London Paddington Car Hire

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London Paddington Train Station is a major Central London railway and underground station situated close to Marylebone and Bayswater.

With 38.2 million entries and exits annually, it’s one of Britain’s busiest stations – but its most famous passenger will probably always be beloved children’s character Paddington Bear, who arrived here the first time he came to London.

If you’re a fan of this particularly cuddly Peruvian import, you’ll find lots of memorabilia on sale onsite.

  • London Paddington is the terminus for the great Western Main Line and the Heathrow Express, as well as TFL Rail services to Heathrow, Britain’s busiest airport.
  • The station first opened in 1854 and legendary designer and engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel got his inspiration for its distinctive three span wrought iron and glass roof from the iconic Crystal Palace, which was built for the great Exhibition three years earlier.
  • You won’t struggle to hire a car for your onward journey at London Paddington and, despite its longstanding heritage, it’s an efficient and functional hub with the following modern amenities and nearby attractions:
  • The station is open 24/7 and has a 24 hour ticket office and ticket machines throughout the premises – all run by Great Western Railway. If you’re headed to the Heathrow Express, please remember that there’s no dedicated ticket office for this purpose – simply use the self-service ticket machines.
  • For the latest updates, tickets and timetables, call National Rail Enquiries on 08457 48 49 50 and the number for the station reception at Platform 1 is 020 7922 6788.
  • There are several male, female and accessible toilets at London Paddington, as well as baby changing facilities.

With quality food outlets like Barburrito, Burger King and The Pasty Shop, there’s a choice of tasty cuisine on offer every day.

Attractions near London Paddington include Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, Little Venice and Heatherwick’s Rolling Bridge.

Car Hire Operators - London Paddington Train Station

Car rental at London Paddington Train Station is simple and you can conveniently choose a vehicle online that suits you and your travel companions perfectly.

Several car hire operators are available in London locations like this, but one of the best is Green Motion Car and Van Rental. Here’s some interesting information on this innovative supplier:

  • Green Motion is a British-born company that was only founded in 2007 but has already established an enviable reputation as one of the world’s foremost low CO2 vehicle rental operators. By offering a range of models and economical deals, this forward thinking firm appeals to anyone who is eco-conscious and appreciates a brilliant bargain. Car hire agreements usually include free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of the rental period, third party assistance and theft protection, as well as other features. Meanwhile, Green Motion has a fleet of attractive models like the Toyota IQ, Ford Focus and Vauxhall Crossland X.

Enjoy Care Hire makes car rental at London Paddington Train Station so simple that it would surely be Paddington Bear’s first choice (if only his feet could reach the pedals!). Enter your details online today and take your pick from outstanding car hire deals.

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FAQs about car hire in Paddington

Most frequently asked questions about hiring a car in Paddington

Prices vary but you can find a car at around £12 per day for a mini/economy car. Keep in mind that the rates change based on how much in advance you make your booking.
There are many restaurants and other food outlets near Paddington Station. Some of the best rated are Boxpark Shoreditch, Sloe Bar and Bizzarro.
Paddington Station is relatively close to St. Pancras International Station at 2 miles distance.
Paddington Station is considered well connected because of its four London underground lines running through it. These include the Circle Line connecting Paddington with several other London mainline train stations such as Euston, Liverpool Street, Victoria, King’s Cross and Marylebone.
Yes, car hire from Paddington Station is made easy with Europcar, Hertz and Enterprise.
The Heathrow Express trains run from Monday to Sunday from Paddington to Heathrow every 15 minutes: First train leaves at 05:10 while the last train leaves at 23:25. All times noted are between Terminals 2 and 3.
The cheapest car hire agencies in London are without a doubt Easirent and Hertz but there are others as well.
Europcar, Alamo, Easirent and Hertz are the most well-known car hire agencies in London. Besides popular, they’re also the top and most trustworthy.