Timetable

Heathrow Express Train Timetable & Schedule

Heathrow Express offers the fastest route from London Paddington to Heathrow Airport non-stop. With four trains leaving London Paddington every hour, you can catch the Heathrow Express to London Heathrow every 15 minutes. Heathrow Express trains travelling to London Paddington also leave every 15 minutes from Heathrow Airport.

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Times listed according to current local time in London, England (GMT).

Terminal 4 is available via free Elizabeth Line from Terminal 2&3 station. Allow extra time for boarding.

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How frequent are Heathrow Express trains?

The Heathrow Express runs from London Paddington to London Heathrow, and back, every 15 minutes. With four trains leaving London Paddington every hour, you can reach the airport in no time at all.

With such large numbers of passengers making the journey from London to Heathrow every day, we ensure we have plenty of services running so that you can get to the airport in comfort and convenience.

Our Heathrow Express platforms at London Paddington are platforms six and seven. Occasionally they change, so make sure you check on the boards at the station.

You can see the live Heathrow Express schedule right here on this page.

How long does the Heathrow Express take?

Heathrow Express trains take just 15 minutes to travel from London Paddington to Heathrow Central station, with an extra six minutes to reach Terminal 5 station.

If you're flying from either Terminal 2 or 3 at Heathrow please get off the train at Heathrow Central.

For flights from Terminal 5, stay on the Heathrow Express to Terminal 5 station.

If you're flying from Terminal 4 you can jump on a quick connecting shuttle bus from Heathrow Central.

The Heathrow Express is a much quicker option than other modes of transport to get to the airport. This is because it's a dedicated service that runs direct between London Paddington and Heathrow Airport. Whilst you can jump on the tube (Piccadilly Line) or take the Elizabeth Line, journey times are around 49 minutes and 27 minutes respectively.

Is my ticket valid on any Heathrow Express train?

Yes, when you buy a Heathrow Express ticket you don't need to book a specific seat on a specific train.

For example, a Single ticket – whether Standard or Business First Class – is valid on any train on that day. This gives you the flexibility to get to the airport in your own time. It's also super helpful when travelling from the airport to London Paddington as it allows for potential delays with your flight.

Visit our ticket page to ensure you choose the right ticket for your journey.

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How much is the Heathrow Express?

The cost of your train ticket to London Heathrow on the Heathrow Express will depend on how early you book your ticket.

By purchasing your tickets at least 45 days in advance you can save up to 40% on the cost of your ticket. An Advanced Single will cost you just £10. Children aged 15 and under will also travel for free, while there are savings to be made for frequent travellers through our Carnet tickets.

For tickets purchased on the day, a Single in Standard Class will cost £25, and £32 in Business First Class. View our full list of Heathrow Express tickets & prices.

When is the first train to Heathrow Airport?

We understand the need for passengers to arrive at London Heathrow for early flights, whether business travellers or those going on holiday from Heathrow, which is why our services run from London Paddington from before 5am.

The first train leaves at 4.51am (Mondays - Saturdays only), which will ensure you arrive at Heathrow Central at 5.06am. On Sundays the first train leaves at 7.40am. Once the first train to Heathrow has left Paddington, Heathrow Express services continue to travel non-stop to London Heathrow every 15 minutes.

When is the last train to Heathrow Airport?

The last train to Heathrow Airport leaves London Paddington at 23:25. With flights taking off from London Heathrow late into the night, we ensure that our Heathrow Express trains continue to cater to the needs of passengers with night flights. Our final service into Heathrow from London Paddington arrives at the airport at approximately 23:40.

Does Heathrow Express run on holidays?

The Heathrow Express runs on most bank holidays and key holidays in the calendar. You can still catch the Heathrow Express to Heathrow Airport over the Easter weekend and across the August bank holiday. Services run as normal during school holidays, which we know is peak travel time in the UK. Our trains also run as normal on most religious holidays including Eid.

The only exception is that there is no service or a reduced service from the 24th – 27th December. Visit our Service Updates page for notified changes and disruptions.