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London Kings Cross to Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) by train

First train

04:32

Last train

21:27

Departure station

London Kings Cross

Arrival station

Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only)

Journey time

From 1h 8m

Distance

16 miles (26 km)

Frequency

14 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

London Overground, Great Northern, Thameslink

Taking the train from London Kings Cross to Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) in 1 hour 8 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from London Kings Cross to Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only)? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 1 hour 17 minutes to travel the 16 miles (26 km) from London Kings Cross to Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 8 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 14 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Thameslink or London Overground, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from London Kings Cross to Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from London Kings Cross to Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from London Kings Cross to Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) take?

The average journey time by train between London Kings Cross and Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) is 1 hour and 17 minutes, with around 14 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between London Kings Cross and Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) by train?

The fastest journey time by train from London Kings Cross to Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) is 1 hour and 8 minutes.

Is there a direct train from London Kings Cross to Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only)?

No, there are no direct train services from London Kings Cross to Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only). Travelling from London Kings Cross to Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from London Kings Cross to Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) leave?

The first train from London Kings Cross to Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) leaves at 04:32. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from London Kings Cross to Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) leave?

The last train from London Kings Cross to Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) leaves at 21:27. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between London Kings Cross and Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) by train?

Trains travelling from London Kings Cross to Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) cover a distance of around 16 miles (26 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Heathrow Terminal 5 (Rail Station Only) to London Kings Cross.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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