How much is the train ticket from London to Heathrow?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Heathrow start from R 208. The average price for this train route is around R 258. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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 12 km. The quickest train can get you there in 12m and is operated by Elizabeth Line .

Which train operators serve the London to Heathrow route?

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

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 23:36.

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.

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

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

Which train operator offers 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.

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.

Train London to Heathrow from R 197

Next train departures

Next departures from London to Heathrow on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:00	London Paddington	18m	07:18	Hayes and Harlington	Cheapest
Train	07:16	Ealing Broadway	13m	07:29	Heathrow Terminals 2 and 3	Fastest
Train	06:55	London Paddington Train Station	15m	07:10	London Heathrow Airport T2 & 3 Train Station	No tags
Train	07:03	London Paddington	26m	07:29	Heathrow Terminals 2 and 3	No tags
Train	07:07	Vauxhall	31m	07:38	Ashford (Surrey)	No tags

Next departures from London to Heathrow on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:34	London Paddington Train Station	19m	04:53	London Heathrow Airport T2 & 3 Train Station	Cheapest
Train	05:40	London Paddington Train Station	15m	05:55	London Heathrow Airport T2 & 3 Train Station	Fastest
Train	04:34	London Paddington Train Station	19m	04:53	London Heathrow Airport T2 & 3 Train Station	No tags
Train	04:51	London Paddington Train Station	21m	05:12	London Heathrow Airport T2 & 3 Train Station	No tags
Train	04:51	London Paddington Train Station	21m	05:12	London Heathrow Airport T2 & 3 Train Station	No tags

Next departures from London to Heathrow on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:35	London Paddington Train Station	18m	04:53	London Heathrow Airport T2 & 3 Train Station	Cheapest
Train	05:10	London Paddington Train Station	15m	05:25	London Heathrow Airport T2 & 3 Train Station	Fastest
Train	04:35	London Paddington Train Station	18m	04:53	London Heathrow Airport T2 & 3 Train Station	No tags
Train	04:55	London Paddington Train Station	17m	05:12	London Heathrow Airport T2 & 3 Train Station	No tags
Train	04:55	London Paddington Train Station	17m	05:12	London Heathrow Airport T2 & 3 Train Station	No tags

Next departures from London to Heathrow on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:43	London Paddington	15m	07:58	Hayes and Harlington	Cheapest
Train	07:19	Ealing Broadway	14m	07:33	Heathrow Terminals 2 and 3	Fastest
Train	07:40	London Paddington Train Station	17m	07:57	London Heathrow Airport T2 & 3 Train Station	No tags
Train	07:43	London Paddington	22m	08:05	Heathrow Terminals 2 and 3	No tags
Train	15:40	Waterloo	56m	16:36	Ashford (Surrey)	No tags

Next departures from London to Heathrow on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:00	London Paddington	18m	07:18	Hayes and Harlington	Cheapest
Train	07:16	Ealing Broadway	13m	07:29	Heathrow Terminals 2 and 3	Fastest
Train	04:34	London Paddington Train Station	19m	04:53	London Heathrow Airport T2 & 3 Train Station	No tags
Train	07:03	London Paddington	26m	07:29	Heathrow Terminals 2 and 3	No tags
Train	07:07	Vauxhall	31m	07:38	Ashford (Surrey)	No tags

Next departures from London to Heathrow on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:34	London Paddington Train Station	19m	04:53	London Heathrow Airport T2 & 3 Train Station	Cheapest
Train	05:40	London Paddington Train Station	15m	05:55	London Heathrow Airport T2 & 3 Train Station	Fastest
Train	04:34	London Paddington Train Station	19m	04:53	London Heathrow Airport T2 & 3 Train Station	No tags
Train	04:51	London Paddington Train Station	21m	05:12	London Heathrow Airport T2 & 3 Train Station	No tags
Train	04:51	London Paddington Train Station	21m	05:12	London Heathrow Airport T2 & 3 Train Station	No tags

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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 R 63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage duration

118 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 76 - R 411	Average duration1h 4m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 208 - R 661	Average duration21m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 63 - R 153	Average duration1h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in London and Heathrow?

London

A
Waterloo
Waterloo Station Southbank, Station Approach, London SE1 8SW, UK
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B
King's Cross
7 York Way, London N1 9AA, UK
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C
St Pancras International
King's Cross St. Pancras, Euston Rd, Kings Cross, London N1 9AL, UK
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D
Euston Station
Euston Railway Station B40 The Balcony, Eversholt St, London NW1 2DU, UK
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E
London Bridge
51-55 St Thomas St, London SE1 3QX, UK
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F
Marylebone
Melcombe Pl, London NW1 6JJ, UK
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Heathrow

A
London Heathrow Airport
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Train Companies

Heathrow Express

4.5/56 reviews

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Elizabeth Line

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

South Western Railway

4/525 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.4

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, CrossCountry

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from London to Heathrow?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Heathrow start from R 208. The average price for this train route is around R 258. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
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 12 km. The quickest train can get you there in 12m and is operated by Elizabeth Line.
Which train operators serve the London to Heathrow route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 160 trains available per day, including services from Heathrow Express, Elizabeth Line, South Western Railway.
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 23:36.
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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from London to Heathrow?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Elizabeth Line has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers 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.
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

27/01

R 223

28/01

R 207

Today

R 207

30/01

R 625

31/01

R 611

01/02

R 208

02/02

R 199

03/02

R 611

The cheapest trip from London to Heathrow was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 199

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 R 199 to R 772 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 R 199, which is on 2026-02-02.

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.