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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Watford Junction | Heathrow Airport (T3) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Watford Junction | Heathrow Airport (T2) arrivals | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Watford Junction | Heathrow Airport (T3) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Watford Junction | Heathrow Airport (T3) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Watford Junction | Heathrow Airport (T3) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Watford to Heathrow
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Heathrow. The journey takes about 48 minutes and with fares starting at just R 302, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 302 - R 310 | Average duration48m | 1kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 66 - R 66 | Average duration30m | 1kg CO₂e |
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Based on 92 reviews, the company was rated 4.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Reading RailAir ticket prices on this trip start at R 302
Reading RailAir Watford Heathrow recent customer reviews
Awful the driver left early and I was not able to take my journey even though I got there before departure time
Seema S.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Watford to Heathrow by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Watford to Heathrow?
The cheapest bus tickets from Watford to Heathrow start at R 302. The average price for this route is around R 307. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Watford to Heathrow?
The average bus journey time from Watford to Heathrow is 48m, covering a distance of 23 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 31m and is operated by Reading RailAir.
Which bus companies service the Watford to Heathrow route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 38 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Watford to Heathrow?
The earliest bus departs from Watford to Heathrow at 04:07. And the latest bus departs at 22:58.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Watford to Heathrow?
A bus trip from Watford to Heathrow produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Watford to Heathrow was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 254To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Watford to Heathrow as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 254 to R 259 for a bus ticket from Watford to Heathrow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 254, which is on 2025-12-21.
