London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Getting Around

How to get to and from London Heathrow Airport — taxis, public transport, shuttles and car rental.

Transport Options at LHR

London Heathrow Airport is connected to London and the wider United Kingdom transport network by multiple ground transport options.

Rail & Metro

Heathrow Express to London Paddington in 15 min, £22–37. Elizabeth Line (Crossrail) to Paddington in 26 min, £12.80. Underground Piccadilly Line to Central London in 50–60 min, £6 with Oyster.

Bus & Shuttle

National Express to London Victoria Coach Station. Heathrow Connect on selected services.

Taxi

Black cab to Central London £50–85, 40–90 min. Uber also available.

Rideshare

Uber has a Meet & Greet option at Terminals 2–4. Terminal 5 has a separate designated pick-up area.

Car Rental

Available at all terminals. Terminal 5 has in-building car rental; others require a short shuttle.

Insider tip

The Elizabeth Line is only 10 minutes slower than Heathrow Express but costs roughly half the price. The carriages are wider — much easier with luggage.

Transport routes, fares and operators change frequently. Verify current options on the official London Heathrow Airport website before travel.

Pre-Book Your Transfer

Skip the taxi queue. Book a private transfer from LHR to London in advance and have a driver waiting when you land.

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Car Rental at LHR

Exploring United Kingdom beyond London? Renting a car at the airport gives you maximum flexibility from the moment you land.

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Ground Transport Tips for LHR

Only use official taxi ranks or pre-booked apps at London Heathrow Airport. Avoid unofficial drivers approaching you in arrivals.
If a rail or metro connection exists, it is usually the fastest and most reliable option during rush hour.
Allow extra time for ground transport during peak hours. London city traffic can significantly extend journey times.
Download offline maps for London before landing — useful if your data connection is slow on arrival.
If travelling with heavy luggage, a private transfer or taxi is often more practical than public transport.
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