Getting to & from London Heathrow Airport
LHR · Transport, directions & city-centre hotels
About 45–60 minutes by car to central London, traffic depending.
Distance is a straight-line estimate adjusted for typical roads and is approximate. Journey times and fares below are indicative — always check with the operator before you travel.
Transport to & from London Heathrow Airport
Ways to travel between London Heathrow Airport and Central London. All options work in both directions.
Fastest option, non-stop to London Paddington.
Direct to central London (Paddington, Bond Street, Liverpool Street).
Cheapest rail option into central London.
Black cabs from the rank; fares approximate.
Driving & parking
Arriving by car or being dropped off? Here is what to know.
Short-stay, long-stay and drop-off options are available. Booking in advance is usually cheaper than turning up on the day.
Compare parking at London Heathrow AirportLicensed taxis wait at the rank outside arrivals, and ride-hailing apps operate at most airports. If someone is dropping you off, follow signs for the designated drop-off zone — many airports now charge a fee for this.
Book an airport taxi online
Prefer a door-to-door transfer? Book a private airport taxi in advance with a fixed price and a driver waiting when you land.
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City-centre hotels for arriving passengers
Flying into London Heathrow Airport and staying over? Browse hotels in Central London to be close to the action when you land.
Compare availability and prices for a wide choice of city-centre hotels near where you are arriving.
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