The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 2 trains that leave London Waterloo (WAT) for London Heathrow Airport on Thu, Apr 02, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 24 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 59 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:13 AM0h59London Waterloo (WAT)10:12 AMLondon Heathrow Airport$181One-way0 transfers
1:46 PM0h51London Waterloo (WAT)2:37 PMLondon Heathrow Airport$241One-way0 transfers
1:46 PM0h51London Waterloo (WAT)2:37 PMLondon Heathrow Airport$241One-way0 transfers
9:13 AM0h59London Waterloo (WAT)10:12 AMLondon Heathrow Airport$181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 14 miles (24 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$24 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest |
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+ C28777 | On time 7:04 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h57 | 8:01 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ G23860 | On time 7:12 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h53 | 8:05 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+ C28780 | On time 7:19 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h58 | 8:17 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+ C28783 | On time 7:34 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h57 | 8:31 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ G23765 | On time 7:42 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h53 | 8:35 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+ C28786 | On time 7:49 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0h57 | 8:46 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 1 transfer | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport by bus or train
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Elizabeth line, but also compare tickets for the likes of Tube to find the best option for your trip from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport
Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 29 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 17:44. The fastest train covers the 14 miles (24 km) distance in 46m.
Distance 14 miles (24 km) |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 29 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 6:11 AM |
Last train 5:44 PM |
Train companies: Elizabeth line, Tube from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport trainsElizabeth line, Tube trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) and London Heathrow Airport from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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