Getting from Heathrow Airport to London
London, United Kingdom
Heathrow is 15 miles west of Central London. The Heathrow Express is the fastest connection; the Piccadilly line is the cheapest and runs 24 h on weekends.
Heathrow Express
Non-stop trains to London Paddington run every 15 minutes, taking just 15 minutes. Stations at Terminals 2 & 3 (shared underground station) and Terminal 5.
15 min to Paddington
from £25 (book in advance); £37 walk-up
London Underground — Piccadilly Line
The Piccadilly line stops at Terminals 2 & 3 and Terminal 5. From Heathrow, trains run to Earl's Court, Hammersmith, Leicester Square and King's Cross. Service is 24 h on Fri/Sat nights.
50–60 min to Central London
from £6 (Oyster/contactless)
National Express Coach
Coach services connect Heathrow to London Victoria Coach Station and other UK cities. Departs from the Central Bus Station (Terminal 2 & 3) and Terminal 5 forecourt.
60–90 min to Victoria
from £6
Black Cab / Taxi
Licensed London black cabs are available at Arrivals at all terminals. All are metered; there is no flat rate.
40–75 min to Central London
£50–£85
Rideshare (Uber)
Uber operates at Heathrow from designated pick-up zones at each terminal's Arrivals level.
40–75 min
£40–£70 to Central London
Prices and times are estimates and subject to change. Always check official operator websites for the latest information.
Rent a car at the airport
Compare rental deals and pick up at the terminal.