Trains to Heathrow Airport

Getting a train to Heathrow Airport is simple, with excellent links from London and across the UK.

How to get to Heathrow Airport by train

Heathrow Airport has its own station, Heathrow Airport train station. To get there from central London, you have two train lines that serve this station: the Heathrow Express and the Elizabeth Line.

The Heathrow Express is a direct train from London Paddington, which takes approximately 15 minutes.

Two underground stations go to all three terminals at Heathrow Airport. These are the Piccadilly and Elizabeth line. The Piccadilly Line is the fastest way to get to Heathrow from central London, but it only stops at Terminals 1, 2, and 3.

The Elizabeth line is a slower train, but it stops at terminals 2, 3, 4, and 5 (not 1). The Elizabeth Line also stops at Liverpool Street, which is useful if travelling from North or East London

If travelling to Heathrow from around the country, London Euston, has connections to all corners of the UK. Once at Euston, take the short walk to Euston Square station and board the Circle or Hammersmith and City Line train to London Paddington.

From here you can get to London Paddington and catch the Heathrow Express.

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Top routes to Heathrow Airport

ROUTE DURATION FROM PRICE FROM
Birmingham New Street to London Euston 1h 26mins £16
Liverpool Lime Street to London Euston 2h 20mins £25
Manchester Piccadilly to London Euston 2h 11mins £32
Crewe to London Euston 1h 40mins £17
Milton Keynes to London Euston 1h 42mins £16.30

What to do at Heathrow Airport 

Being one of the largest airports in the country in the UK, you'll find an abundance of activities to keep you occupied

There’s a variety of shops, including duty-free stores, high-end boutiques, and souvenir shops. Passengers can find everything from last-minute travel essentials to unique gifts for friends and family.

Some popular stores at Heathrow Airport include Harrods, Selfridges, and duty-free.

If you get hungry, Heathrow Airport has over 100 restaurants and cafes, serving everything from traditional British fare to international cuisine. Passengers can find everything from a convenient snack to a leisurely sit-down meal, depending on how much time they have. Some popular restaurants include The Cinnamon Club, Dishoom, and Wagamama.

For those who enjoy a pint before boarding, the airport has several inviting pubs where you can savour a refreshing beverage, such as The Queen's Arms or The Crown Rivers. Whether you want a quick bite or a sit-down meal, Heathrow Airport has you covered.

Heathrow has a variety of entertainment options, including a cinema, a games arcade, and even a spa. Passengers can also relax in one of Heathrow’s lounges or take a nap in one of the airport's sleep pods.

The Plaza Premium, Club Aspire, and the No.1 Lounge are the most popular lounges at Heathrow Airport, ideal for those who like to stay away from the airport bustle.

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Ways to save on your train ticket to Heathrow Airport

If you’re looking to save some extra money on your train ticket to Heathrow Airport, there are a few ways you can do this.

First up is Avanti's Best Fare Finder, where you can get the best deal on train tickets. You can also set up Advance Train Ticket Alerts to secure the lowest price ahead of time.

If you can be flexible with your journey time (and your flight time aligns), try to travel off-peak. This involves travelling between 10:30 and 14:30 or after 20:00 in the midweek, or any time on Friday or the weekend.

For those of you looking to book tickets as a family, see our Family Tickets page. This tells you all you need to know about child tickets and Family railcards, where you can save a lot of money.

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Get the Avanti app

If you want the freedom to pick your own seat, keep in tune with train times and generally make your life easier when travelling with us, download the Avanti West Coast App.

Get other special benefits such as making changes to your route, tracking your train, and buying tickets with your payment method of choice. The app also allows you to store all your tickets in one place, all with zero booking fees.

We understand that air travel can be stressful, so we want to make the bit before that as smooth as possible for you.

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London Euston at a glance

  • Accessible Taxis

    The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts.

    You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482.

    The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.

  • Accessible Ticket Machines

    Mobility Assistance will help passengers buying tickets if required.

  • Customer Help Points

    A dedicated Mobility Assistance Reception is located on the main concourse adjacent to the ticket office.

    Monday-Saturday 07:00-23:00Sunday 08:00-23:00

  • Height Adjusted Ticket Office Counter

    Avanti West Coast have a height adjusted ticket counter which can be found in the ticket office on the left hand side of the Main Concourse when entering the station.

  • Impaired Mobility Set Down

    Assistance is available to and from platforms, the car park and the taxi rank. You can request this from the Mobility Assistance Lounge Reception that can be found on the left hand side of the main entrance or from any member of staff. It is advised to use the Mobility assistance number at London Euston Station on 02079226482 if being booked on the day. It is preferred if assistance is booked 24 hour in advance using the following numbers of the train company you are travelling with.

  • Induction Loop
    Yes
  • National Key Toilets

    These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.

  • Ramp For Train Access
    Yes
  • Staff Help Available

    Monday – 04:30 to 01:30
    Tuesday – 04:30 to 01:30
    Wednesday – 04:30 to 01:30
    Thursday – 04:30 to 01:30
    Friday – 04:30 to 02:00
    Saturday – 04:30 to 02:00
    Sunday – 05:15 to 01:30

    Help is available from the Mobility Assistance Reception (if closed please use number on the reception door) or see any member of station staff. Mobility Assistance Reception is open 07:00-23:00 Monday to Saturday and 08:00-23:00 on Sunday. 

    Disabled assistance is available to and from platforms, the car park and the taxi rank & drop off area. You can request this from the Mobility Assistance Reception that can be found on the main concourse between Boots & the ticket office or from any member of staff. It is preferred if assistance is booked 24 hour in advance using the following numbers of the train company you are travelling with:

  • Step Free Access

    Suitable for disabled passengers. Level access to all platforms via ramps. Lifts provided between concourse, taxi & car park and London Underground ticket hall.

    Lift access is available to the Underground ticket hall, however the Underground station itself has only escalators & stairs. Nearby Euston Square station has step-free access Westbound only to the Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan Lines.

    For more information on the accessibility on London Transport click here.

  • Wheelchairs Available
    Yes
  • This station does not offer

    Accessible Public Telephones

  • Buying / collecting tickets
  • Getting to / from the station
  • Station Facilities