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Heathrow Airport to London St Pancras International by train
It takes an average of 57m to travel from Heathrow Airport to London St Pancras International by train, over a distance of around 15 miles (24 km). There are normally 143 trains per day traveling from Heathrow Airport to London St Pancras International and tickets for this journey start from $13.98 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:15 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 10:39 pm | |
| Departure station | Heathrow Airport | |
| Arrival station | London St Pancras International | |
| Journey time | From 47m | |
| Distance | 15 miles (24 km) | |
| Frequency | 143 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $13.98 | |
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How to travel by train from Heathrow Airport to London St Pancras International
Just landed in the UK and need to travel from Heathrow Airport to London St Pancras International by train? Start your journey with us!
On average, it takes around 1 hour and 4 minutes to travel from Heathrow to St Pancras by train, although the fastest services will take you there in just 47 minutes. As there are no direct trains available, you will need to make at least 1 change along the way.
When traveling on this route, you’ll take a Heathrow Express train from Heathrow Airport to London Paddington station. On board, you’ll enjoy amenities such as comfortable seating and free WiFi. Fancy treating yourself? Upgrade to Heathrow Express First Class for comfortable spacious seating, extra legroom, power sockets and a personal table. From London Paddington Station, you can take the London Underground to London St Pancras International station via the Circle or Hammersmith & City line.
London St Pancras International is one of London’s most well-connected stations, with trains waiting to take you to some of the most popular cities in Europe, including Paris, Amsterdam and Brussels. You can travel some of the best cities in the UK from here too, such as Brighton, Cambridge or Sheffield.
If you want to save money on your train tickets, try traveling during Off-Peak times, outside of morning/evening rush hours between Monday and Friday. To save even more, try booking an Advance ticket – they tend to be released 12 weeks before the departure date and are usually cheaper than purchasing tickets on the day of travel.
Ready to book? Start a search for cheap train tickets from Heathrow Airport to London St Pancras International today. There’s no need to wait, just head to our Journey Planner at the top of the page to get started. For more information, continue reading for FAQs, timetables with first and last train times, as well as tips on booking cheap train tickets.
FAQs about the train journey from Heathrow Airport to London St Pancras International
Want to know more about your journey from Heathrow Airport to London St Pancras International? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Heathrow Airport to London St Pancras International
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Heathrow Airport to London St Pancras International is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
Take the train from Heathrow Airport to London St Pancras International
If you're flying into Europe, why not take the train from Heathrow Airport to London St Pancras International? Unlike a taxi transfer, there’s no traffic to worry about. And you’ll know the price in advance too. With Trainline, you can book your train tickets ahead of time, so you’re ready to go as soon as you touch down.
Plus, taking the train means no more waiting around at the airport trying to sort out your transfer. It’s super convenient – there's a train station at Heathrow Airport so traveling direct to London St Pancras International is simple! There are around 213 trains per day, so it's quick and easy to take the train.
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