Travelling to or from Heathrow Airport? Heathrow Express is the fastest way to travel between London Paddington and Heathrow, with journeys from just 15 minutes. Book 30 days or more in advance with Trainline and get Heathrow Express Advance tickets from just £10 one way.
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For more information about accessibility on Heathrow Express services, check out our Accessible Travel guide.
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Heathrow Express map
Unsure about where to start your adventure? Use our Heathrow Express map to plan out where you want to go. From London Paddington, you can enjoy speedy services to Heathrow Airport Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5.
London Paddington to Heathrow Airport with Heathrow Express
A Heathrow Express Train journey takes 15 minutes between London Paddington and Terminals 2 & 3, and an additional 6 minutes to Terminal 5. Heathrow Express trains stop at Terminals 2 & 3 and Terminal 5.
Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
Although there isn't a designated stop for Heathrow Terminal 4 on the Heathrow Express, getting there is pretty straight forward. Passengers travelling to Terminal 4 should get off at the stop for Terminals 2 & 3 and change to the free transfer service (departing every 15 minutes) to Terminal 4. This transfer will add at least an additional 4 minutes to the journey time in total.
Heathrow Express to Paddington
Knowing how to get from the airport to your final destination is an essential part of your travel plans. With Heathrow Express, you can connect effortlessly upon your arrival to London Paddington, and link to inner-city transportation.
Situated in west London, Paddington Station is a major railway terminus and London Underground station.
Upon your arrival from Heathrow Airport on the Heathrow Express, there are plenty of National Rail and Crossrail services connecting you to other parts of London and the UK, as well as links to the London Underground. Once on the tube, Paddington is a major station serving the Bakerloo, Circle, District and the Hammersmith & City lines.
Paddington Station is also connected to the Hilton Paddington hotel and is a central hub for catching local buses and coaches to different parts of the UK.
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Enjoy smoother Heathrow Express journeys – go straight to the train when you use tickets on your phone. 94% of our customers wouldn't use anything else! Mobile Tickets will get sent directly to your Trainline app and etickets can be opened on your phone as a PDF. Both let you skip the queues at the ticket machine and breeze straight through the gates using your phone. They’re available on most Heathrow Express journeys, so be sure to select this option when you book.
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Heathrow Express seating classes
Whether you're travelling for work, leisure or a bit of both, find a seat to match. Heathrow Express offers different seating options to suit all budgets.
Business First
Save time from the moment you leave London to the moment you reach your gate. Business First passengers benefit from priority carriages for quick boarding and alighting, plus access to Heathrow Fast Track Departures security, helping you get through the airport faster. Enjoy extra privacy and legroom, complimentary WiFi, at-seat charging facilities and spacious worktables throughout your journey.
Find out more about travelling First Class on the Heathrow Express.
Standard Class
Heathrow Express' Standard Class offers complimentary 4G WiFi, free onboard entertainment, and at-seat power sockets. That's great if you need to keep your phones and other portable devices charged and connected on the way to the airport.
Good to know
Travelling with Heathrow Express? Find out everything you need to know about luggage allowance, pets and other onboard Heathrow Express facilities here.
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Delays, lost property and onboard services
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