Parking in Paddington Station

Heathrow Express — CPZ all around

Paddington Station is the London terminus for the Elizabeth line (Crossrail) and the Heathrow Express. The area is governed by Westminster and is subject to strict parking enforcement. Most streets immediately around the station are marked with yellow or red lines. The closest practical parking is in NCP car parks on London Street or Spring Street.

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Paddington Station parking at a glance

Governing borough

City of Westminster

PCN penalty charge

£130 (£65 if paid within 14 days)

Car parks

Spring Street NCP, London Street NCP

Metered spaces

Praed Street and Spring Street — 1–2 hr max

Parking tips for Paddington Station

Book Spring Street NCP in advance

Prices are significantly lower when pre-booked online versus paying on arrival. Daily rates can be 30% cheaper.

Avoid Bishop's Bridge Road

A red route. Stopping here even momentarily for a drop-off generates a £130 fine.

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Nearby parking guides

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