Train from London to Heathrow: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Heathrow on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Elizabeth LineTrain
London Paddington
Hayes and HarlingtonCheapest
Elizabeth LineTrain
Ealing Broadway
Heathrow Terminals 2 and 3Fastest
Heathrow ExpressTrain
    London Paddington Train Station
    London Heathrow Airport T2 & 3 Train StationNo tags
    Elizabeth LineTrain
    London Paddington
    Heathrow Terminals 2 and 3No tags
    South Western RailwayTrain
    Vauxhall
    Ashford (Surrey)No tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 09:37 GMT.

    Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Heathrow

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Heathrow. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just £3, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    1carpool per day
    1hAverage duration
    74 milesDistance
    5kgCO₂ emissions
    Average price£4 - £24Average duration1h 5m
    1kg CO₂e
    Average price£10 - £31Average duration21m
    1kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    Average price£3 - £5Average duration1h
    5kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Heathrow by train

    Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

    1. How much does a train ticket cost from London to Heathrow?

      The cheapest train tickets from London to Heathrow start from £10. The average price for this train route is around £13. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the train journey from London to Heathrow?

      The average train journey time from London to Heathrow is 21m, covering a distance of 14 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 12m and is operated by Elizabeth Line.

    3. Which train operators serve the London to Heathrow route?

      Several major train operators run on this route with 160 trains available per day, including services from Heathrow Express, Elizabeth Line, South Western Railway.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Heathrow?

      The earliest train from London to Heathrow departs at 04:34. And the latest train departs at 23:48.

    5. Which is the best train operator from London to Heathrow?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Elizabeth Line, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.

    6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from London to Heathrow?

      According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Elizabeth Line has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

    7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from London to Heathrow?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Heathrow Express, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

    8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from London to Heathrow?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Elizabeth Line, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for trains

    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

    Best price found
    09/12
    £11
    10/12
    £11
    Today
    £10
    12/12
    £10
    13/12
    £10
    14/12
    £10
    15/12
    £28
    16/12
    £10
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Heathrow was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £10

    To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Heathrow as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from £10 to £36 for a train ticket from London to Heathrow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2025-12-14.

    Usually Heathrow Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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