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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
56 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Waterloo (WAT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 3 trains that leave Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) for London Waterloo (WAT) on Thu, Jun 18, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 18 the direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .
On Thu, Jun 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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.
5:15 AM1h01Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)6:16 AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$281One-way0 transfers- 6:20 AM0h56Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)7:16 AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$281One-way0 transfers
- 5:20 AM0h56Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)6:16 AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$301One-way0 transfers
- 6:20 AM0h56Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)7:16 AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$281One-way0 transfers
- 5:20 AM0h56Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)6:16 AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$301One-way0 transfers
- 5:15 AM1h01Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)6:16 AMLondon Waterloo (WAT)$281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 16 miles (26 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Waterloo (WAT):
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Waterloo (WAT) costing on average $28 (€22).
Other travel options to London Waterloo (WAT) take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 15m.
The journey is about 15m faster (47m by train vs 1h 2m by car) and roughly $24 (€19) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($28 (€22) vs $51 (€41)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Waterloo (WAT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for today, Wednesday, June 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:20 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 0h56 | 6:16 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:20 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 0h56 | 7:16 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:20 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 0h53 | 8:13 AM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:20 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) | 0h54 | 12:14 PM London Waterloo (WAT) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Waterloo (WAT)
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Trains from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 17:50. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (26 km) distance in 26m.
Distance 16 miles (26 km) |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 4:15 AM |
Last train 5:50 PM |
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Train companies: Elizabeth line, Tube from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsElizabeth line, Tube trains will get you between Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) and London Waterloo (WAT) from $17 (€14). 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 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Waterloo (WAT)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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