Visiting London and flying into London Heathrow Airport? Here’s the definitive guide for how to get from Heathrow to central London. We tell you all of your transport options from the airport to the city centre, how much they cost, the pros and cons of each, and other helpful tips for a smooth airport transfer.
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Will ever understand why London as a city is so vast yet England globally is a small country as part of a not huge island The UK?
Looking forward to using the tube this October; It will be my first time to the UK.
For the Heathrow Express – how do I get my kids through the turnstile if they go for free, because they are under 15? How many stops does the train offer ? Just a couple?
On my most recent visit I arrived from Dublin and decided to see what the fuss was about the Elizabeth Line (I normally just take the Picadilly). Aer Lingus from Dublin arrives to Terminal 2, so there was a substantial walk to the Elizabeth Line platform to begin with, and which I feel effectively negated the time-saving advantage that would have otherwise been there. When taken together with the higher cost, I will concede that the Elizabeth Line was at least less crowded, but I'll continue taking the Picadilly Line in future.
Just came back from a trip to London and we used the Elizabeth line to Paddington and vice versa. Our flight arrived at 7am on a week day so we caught a bit of people's daily life at the different stations along the way, which we liked. It's very well indicated in the airport despite being quite a walk from Terminal 2, but this is to expect in such a big place like Heathrow. Very useful video for people who never visited London.
I keep going over all the maps trying to figure out what are best avenue is for transportation from the airport. We are arriving in the morning on Aug 1st after a long night flight from Canada. Not sure how we will feel and trying to decide between an Uber and taking the trains. I think I need to take two trains to get our final destination. I was wondering if you could help me with this. We are travelling from Heathrow Airport terminal I believe (it is Air Canada) and staying at the Hub Premier Westminster St James. Any advice you can give us would be great.
Thank you ❤
Hi I founded your video very interesting, what is in your opinion the best way to get to king station with a bicycle? Thank you
We are going to London from the US but you are telling us what it will cost in pounds. What the heck is a pound ?
Nice video. You can also take a double decker bus for less but it will take upwards of 2 hours to east London, not to mention changing buses often. Another thing I've ran into is some trains being off line when you want to get to the airport. I usually take the Elizabeth Line from White Chapel to Terminal 2 & 3 @ Heathrow, but on my last trip(7th trip to London)2 weeks ago, the Elizabeth line was down so I had to take another route that had many more stops which took longer. So It's always a good idea to check the "Tfl go" app before you head out the day of your departure, to see if your train will be running normally. I always try to get to the airport 3 hours early. I have missed a flight before due to a long security check cue. BTW, I spend about 19 lbs from Heathrow to Forrest Hill(which is southeast London) by taking the Elizabeth Line to White Chapel and then overground to Forrest Hill. That takes about 1 hour.
Does the daily cap apply to Elizabeth line?
Why no mention of the Piccadilly line?
I reached out to Hampshire Executive Travel due to the video of their driver showing an arrival card.
Their response "we can't help".
Seriously?
Thank you, rode the Elizabeth Line into the City last night. Having breakfast at Sky Garden this morning. Thank you!
So helpful, thanks
I just reserved a rental car when I arrive at Heathrow in April. Now I'm scared thinking I made a mistake
Crazy they charge 25pounds for a bloody Train to airport,rip off Britain
Jess, thanks for all of your content on London, it's extremely helpful. I will be arriving in London this Saturday, and was looking at options for getting from Heathrow to the Waterloo station. Unfortunately, our flight doesn't arrive until late and it looks like the Elizabeth line and others don't run after 11:00 p.m. on Saturdays. I have read that there are Night Tube routes running. It looks like I could get from Heathrow to the Jubilee line at Green Park and then catch it to Waterloo. Does that sound like a good option? Is the Night Tube safe for travel? It will likely be midnight before I actually board the train. Many thanks again for the great content!
You don’t mention the Uber like BOLT taxis
The cheapest one is actually Bus, cost only 1.75 to lots of place, you can take SL9 from LHR, then transfer to tons of different buses, all for 1.75
Taxi is the least convenient you can be stuck in traffic for 4 hours and that before you hit Hammersmith. Elizabeth line is quickest and easiest and cheap.
LONDON TUBE IS LIKE HEAVEN FOR PERSON WHO GREW UP IN CITY OF MUMBAI !
If you paid for the Heathrow express with contactless payment would the rest of your rides for that day around London be free since it would meet the daily cost threshold?
I am arriving at Gatwick airport on August 30th at night. Is there a night train o bus to take me to King'sCross?
HI 🙂 what would you suggest for best option to transfer from Heathrow to Stansted?
Me and my husband will go to London in Sept. The hotel is located in Aldgate. What is your suggestion to get there from T2 Heathrow and we have two luggages and one hand carry
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Paddington Station is not in central London. It is in West London you will still need further transport to get you into the centre of London as its a good 30 to 40 minute walk away
great info! thanks
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Took the underground from the airport last time I was in London and it was easy. However, the train station we arrived at had no elevator and we had to haul our luggage up lots of stairs. But overall recommend.
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Very informative. Thank you.
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Last year we stayed very near Earl’s Court station. Turns out the Tube runs directly from Heathrow to Earls Court! Easy Peasy and since everyone else was coming from Heathrow, everyone was very accommodating and understanding when it came to keeping luggage nearby or ‘in the way.’ 😊