London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) train with Heathrow Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19

Cheapest price on Sep 19

$25

Average ticket price on Sep 19

$37

Fastest journey on Sep 19

51 m

Average journey duration on Sep 19

51 m

Trains on Sep 19

16

Distance

26 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) without transferring at least once.

  • Elizabeth lineC37357+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington
    8:06 AM1h00
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    9:06 AMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
    $251One-way
    1 transfer
  • TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Elizabeth lineC37376
    9:06 AM1h00
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    10:06 AMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
    $251One-way
    1 transfer
  • Elizabeth lineC37347+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington
    7:36 AM1h00
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    8:36 AMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
    $251One-way
    1 transfer
  • Elizabeth lineC37385+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington
    9:36 AM1h00
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    10:36 AMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
    $251One-way
    1 transfer
  • Elizabeth lineC37366+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington
    8:36 AM1h00
    London Kings Cross (KGX)
    9:36 AMHeathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
    $251One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, while a train costs an average of $37.

Distance: 16 miles (26 km)

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Most popular
Train
Bus
Driving

$37

Average price

$21

Average price

Cheapest

$25

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

40m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 0m

Average total duration

1h 30m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 1m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Heathrow Express

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) is a bus with an average price of $21.

This is compared to other travel options from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV):

A bus is $16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) costing on average $37.

The fastest way to travel from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) is by train with an average journey time of 40m.

Other travel options to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 21m sooner (40m by train vs 1h 1m by car). Tickets start at around $37 compared to roughly $25 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Elizabeth lineC3732910:06 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h00
11:06 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10622
On time
10:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
11:01 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10625
On time
10:25 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
11:16 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Elizabeth lineC3734010:36 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h00
11:36 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10628
On time
10:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
11:31 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10631
On time
10:55 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
11:46 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Elizabeth lineC3735211:06 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h00
12:06 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10634
On time
11:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
12:01 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10637
On time
11:25 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
12:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Elizabeth lineC3736311:36 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h00
12:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10640
On time
11:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
12:31 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10643
On time
11:55 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
12:46 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Elizabeth lineC3737212:06 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h00
1:06 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW1064612:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
1:01 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW1064912:25 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
1:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Elizabeth lineC3738212:36 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h00
1:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW1065212:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
1:31 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW1065512:55 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
1:46 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Elizabeth lineC372821:06 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h00
2:06 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW106581:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
2:01 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10661
On time
1:25 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
2:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Elizabeth lineC372961:36 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h00
2:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10664
On time
1:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h52
2:32 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10667
On time
1:55 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
2:46 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Elizabeth lineC373092:06 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h00
3:06 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10670
On time
2:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
3:01 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10673
On time
2:25 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
3:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Elizabeth lineC373222:36 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h00
3:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10676
On time
2:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
3:31 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10679
On time
2:55 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
3:46 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Elizabeth lineC373343:06 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h00
4:06 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10682
On time
3:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
4:01 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10685
On time
3:25 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
4:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Elizabeth lineC373453:36 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h00
4:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW106883:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
4:31 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW106913:55 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
4:46 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Elizabeth lineC373564:03 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h03
5:06 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW106944:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
5:01 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW106974:25 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
5:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Elizabeth lineC373674:37 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h00
5:37 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10700
On time
4:40 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
5:31 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10703
On time
4:55 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
5:46 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Elizabeth lineC373795:07 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h00
6:07 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10706
On time
5:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h52
6:02 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW107307:05 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h56
8:01 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW107337:20 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h56
8:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Elizabeth lineC373307:31 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h05
8:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW107367:35 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h56
8:31 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW107397:50 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h56
8:46 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Elizabeth lineC373418:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h05
9:06 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10742
On time
8:05 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h56
9:01 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10745
On time
8:20 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h56
9:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Elizabeth lineC373538:31 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h05
9:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10748
On time
8:35 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h56
9:31 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10751
On time
8:50 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h56
9:46 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Elizabeth lineC373649:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h05
10:06 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10754
On time
9:05 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h56
10:01 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10757
On time
9:20 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h56
10:16 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Elizabeth lineC373739:31 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h05
10:36 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressW10760
On time
9:35 PM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h56
10:31 PM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10587+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington7:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
8:01 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10590+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington7:25 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
8:16 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
Elizabeth lineC37347+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington7:36 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h00
8:36 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10593+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington7:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
8:31 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10596+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington7:55 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
8:46 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
Elizabeth lineC37357+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington8:06 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h00
9:06 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10599+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington8:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
9:01 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10602+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington8:25 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
9:16 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
Elizabeth lineC37366+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington8:36 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h00
9:36 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10605+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington8:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
9:31 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10608+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington8:55 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
9:46 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
Elizabeth lineC37376+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington9:06 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h00
10:06 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10611+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington9:10 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
10:01 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10614+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington9:25 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
10:16 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
Elizabeth lineC37385+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington9:36 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
1h00
10:36 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer
Heathrow ExpressW10617+TubeTube from London Kings Cross to London Paddington9:40 AM London Kings Cross (KGX)
0h51
10:31 AM Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)1 transfer

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Heathrow Express as well as Elizabeth line offer trains services from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV).
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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)

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Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 but you can travel from only $13 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 03:36, the last at 16:03. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (26 km) distance in 36m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $13
Distance
16 miles (26 km)
Average train duration
40m
Cheapest ticket price
$23
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
36m
First train
3:36 AM
Last train
4:03 PM
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $13

Train companies: Heathrow Express, Elizabeth line from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) trainsHeathrow Express, Elizabeth line trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) from $13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Heathrow Express

About
The Heathrow Express is a train service from the United Kingdom that operates between London Heathrow Airport and Paddington Station in London. It runs every 15 minutes from 5:10am to 11:25pm, with a journey time of just 15 minutes. The train service offers two types of trains: the Express Class and the Business First Class. Express Class offers comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power sockets, while Business First Class offers extra legroom, complimentary newspapers, and complimentary refreshments. There are three types of tickets available: Single, Return, and Group. Onboard facilities include a café bar, luggage storage, and a quiet zone. The most popular routes for the Heathrow Express are London Heathrow Airport to Paddington Station, and Paddington Station to London Heathrow Airport.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Heathrow Express Duration
36m
Cheapest Heathrow Express Price
$41
Heathrow Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one additional piece of luggage
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in each carriage
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Drinks and snacks from trolley service
Seat reservation
Seat reservation not required, open seating policy
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible carriages and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free of charge. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone

Elizabeth line

About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Elizabeth line Duration
44m
Cheapest Elizabeth line Price
$23
Elizabeth line frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) 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 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $23, while the average price is around $37.
The train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) takes 36m and runs 9 per day.
The first train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) leaves at 3:36 AM.
The distance by train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) is 16 miles (26 km).
The last train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) leaves at 4:03 PM.
There is no high speed train available from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV).
There is no direct train service currently available from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV).
The cheapest way to get from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) is by bus, with a cost of around $13.
The journey from London Kings Cross to Heathrow Terminal 5 primarily involves an underground train via the Piccadilly Line. It is not particularly scenic, as it mostly travels through tunnels and urban environments without significant views of the countryside or landmarks.
Yes, a day trip from London Kings Cross to Heathrow Terminal 5 is feasible. The journey takes 36m with a distance of 16 miles (26 km), and trains run 11 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV).
Since neither London Kings Cross (KGX) nor Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) include London, Bath, Newport, Cambridge, Banbury.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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