A taxi to Heathrow Airport takes at least an hour from central London. You can hail a black cab outside the terminal or pre-book a mini-cab. Alternatively, the Heathrow Express takes 15 minutes to Paddington, and the Underground takes under an hour.
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| How | Time | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathrow Express | 15 minutes | from £10.00 | Non-stop trains run every 15 minutes from all terminals to Paddington station, where you can transfer to the London Underground or the Elizabeth Line. |
| London Underground | under an hour | from £5.50 | Trains running every 10 minutes. Heathrow has three underground stations, at Terminal 2/3 and at Terminal 4 and 5. |
| Elizabeth Line | under 45 minutes | £13.90 | Trains every 30 minutes. Prices from Heathrow to central London (zone 1) cost £13.90. |
| Coaches | from £10 | Coaches run from Heathrow to Victoria coach station, along with many other destinations across the UK. You can get the coach outside Terminal 4, 5 and Heathrow’s Central Bus Station, which is a short walk from Terminals 2 and 3. | |
| Taxis | at least an hour | Hail a black cab from outside the terminal or pre-book a mini-cab in advance. Travel times vary depending on your destination and the time of day you’re travelling. |
| Taxi | Hail a black cab from outside the terminal or pre-book a mini-cab in advance. Travel times vary depending on your destination and the time of day you’re travelling, but you’ll need to allow at least an hour to get from Heathrow to central London by car. |
| Free wifi | — |
| Terminals | T2, T3, T4, T5 |
| SIM cards at the airport | — |
Taxi Options at Heathrow
You can hail a black cab from outside any terminal or pre-book a mini-cab in advance. Travel times vary depending on your destination and the time of day, but allow at least an hour to get from Heathrow to central London by car. Taxis are available at all terminals: T2, T3, T4, and T5.
Other Ways to Get to Central London
The Heathrow Express runs non-stop every 15 minutes to Paddington, taking 15 minutes, with fares from £10.00. The London Underground (Piccadilly line) takes under an hour and costs from £5.50, with trains every 10 minutes from three stations. The Elizabeth line takes under 45 minutes to zone 1, costing £13.90, with trains every 30 minutes. Coaches run from Heathrow to Victoria coach station and other UK destinations, with fares from £10, departing from outside Terminal 4, Terminal 5, and the Central Bus Station near Terminals 2 and 3.
Tips for a Smooth Journey
The Heathrow Express is the fastest option between central London and Heathrow, with 15-minute journeys between Paddington and Terminals 2 & 3. The Piccadilly line is the most affordable, taking under an hour to central London. The Elizabeth line connects Heathrow to Bond Street, Farringdon, Liverpool Street, Paddington, Stratford, and Tottenham Court Road in under 40 minutes. Use the Journey Planner to find your best route. If driving, you may need to pay the congestion and ULEZ charges. Before you travel, sort out an eSIM so your data works as soon as you land.
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Skip the airport Wi-Fi
Airport Wi-Fi usually means a sign-up page, an email address and a connection that stops at the terminal doors. A data eSIM keeps you online at the gate, in the taxi and at the hotel, and your own number stays on for calls and bank codes.
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Questions
How long does a taxi from Heathrow to central London take?
At least an hour, depending on your destination and the time of day.
Where can I get a taxi at Heathrow?
You can hail a black cab from outside any terminal or pre-book a mini-cab in advance.
What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow to central London?
The Heathrow Express takes 15 minutes to Paddington, with trains every 15 minutes.
How much does the London Underground cost from Heathrow?
Fares start from £5.50, and the journey takes under an hour.
Does the Elizabeth line serve Heathrow?
Yes, it runs every 30 minutes and takes under 45 minutes to central London (zone 1), costing £13.90.