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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)

Showing times and prices for Nov 05

Cheapest price

$29

Average price

$34

Fastest journey

47 m

Average duration

50 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

24 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) 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 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) without transferring at least once.

TubeTube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+Tfl RailP06653
08:00AM0h51
London Waterloo (WAT)
08:51AMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
$291One-way
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+Tfl RailP06997
08:12AM0h47
London Waterloo (WAT)
08:59AMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
$291One-way
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+Tfl RailP06683
08:30AM0h51
London Waterloo (WAT)
09:21AMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
$291One-way
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+Tfl RailP06669
08:15AM0h51
London Waterloo (WAT)
09:06AMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
$291One-way
1 transfer
TubeTube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+Heathrow ExpressY17289
08:04AM0h51
London Waterloo (WAT)
08:55AMHeathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
$451One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. 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 €12, and a train costs an average of €12.

Distance: 14 miles (24 km)

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€20

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€18

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1h 14m

Average total duration

Fastest

44m

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30m

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1h 23m

Average total duration

53m

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Live departures

London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) train times

The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) trains for today, Tuesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 5:59 PM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+tfl_railP06963
On time
8:08 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h51
8:59 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
1 transfer
assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+tfl_railP06607
On time
8:11 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h55
9:06 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
1 transfer
assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+heathrow_expressC22968
On time
8:14 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h56
9:10 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
1 transfer
assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+tfl_railP06616
On time
8:26 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h55
9:21 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
1 transfer
assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+heathrow_expressY17655
On time
8:29 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h56
9:25 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
1 transfer
assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+tfl_railP06975
On time
8:38 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h51
9:29 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
1 transfer
assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+tfl_railP07006
On time
10:11 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h54
11:05 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
1 transfer
assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+heathrow_expressY17617
On time
10:14 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h57
11:11 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
1 transfer
assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+tfl_railP06694
On time
10:26 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h53
11:19 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
1 transfer
assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+tfl_railP06905
On time
10:41 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h50
11:31 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
1 transfer
assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+heathrow_expressY17578
On time
10:44 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h59
11:43 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
1 transfer
assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+tfl_railP06509
On time
10:56 PM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h54
11:50 PM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
1 transfer
Wednesday, November 5
assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+tfl_railP06653
On time
8:00 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h51
8:51 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
1 transfer
assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+heathrow_expressY17289
On time
8:04 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h51
8:55 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
1 transfer
assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+tfl_railP06997
On time
8:12 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h47
8:59 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
1 transfer
assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+tfl_railP06669
On time
8:15 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h51
9:06 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
1 transfer
assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to London Paddington+heathrow_expressC22844
On time
8:19 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h51
9:10 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
1 transfer
assertis_tubeTube from London Waterloo to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+tfl_railP06683
On time
8:30 AM London Waterloo (WAT)
0h51
9:21 AM Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
1 transfer

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)

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United KingdomUnited Kingdom
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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 $14 (€12)
Distance
14 miles (24 km)
Average train duration
44m
Cheapest ticket price
$15 (€12)
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
17m
First train
03:53
Last train
18:56

Key Takeaways

Train Ticket Prices
  • Budget Options: Train tickets from London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) start from as low as $15 (€12) if booked well in advance.
  • Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $25 (€20) depending on the train type and class.
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 $14 (€12)

Train companies: Tfl Rail, Tube from London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) trainsTfl Rail, Tube trains will get you between London Waterloo (WAT) and Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) from $14 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Tfl Rail

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 Duration
23m
Cheapest Price
$19 (€16)
Tfl Rail frequency
5 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
Family area

Tube

About
The "Tube" refers to the London Underground, a rapid transit system serving Greater London and parts of the adjacent home counties. It is operated by London Underground Limited (LUL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Transport for London (TfL). Opened in 1863, it was the world's first underground passenger railway. The network, nicknamed "the Tube" due to its circular, deep-level tunnels, has 11 lines and 270 stations, covering approximately 250 miles. It carries over a billion passengers annually and is known for its iconic roundel symbol and schematic map.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Tube frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
You can take as much luggage as you can comfortably carry, as long as it's under two meters long and fits within the space beneath your feet or between your legs while seated.
Luggage storage
There are no luggage racks on the Tube, so you'll technically be taking up the space of an actual person with your luggage.
Cancellation Policy
If your Tube journey was delayed by 15 minutes or more for reasons within TfL's control, you can claim a refund for the single pay as you go fare for the delayed journey.
Refund
If your Tube journey is delayed by 15 minutes or more due to reasons within TfL's control, you are entitled to a refund of the single fare for the affected journey.
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
Food is allowed on the Tube, but alcoholic drinks are banned on all TfL services.
USB plugs
Accessibility
Currently 93 Tube stations (more than a third of them) have step-free access, and all DLR stations and tram stops are step-free.
Pets
Dogs and other domestic animals are allowed on the London Underground as long as they are under control, on a leash or in a carrier, and not on the seats.

FAQs: Trains from London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) 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 Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
FAQs
The distance by train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) is 14 miles (24 km).
Yes, a day trip from London Waterloo to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is feasible. The journey takes 17m, covering a distance of 14 miles (24 km). Trains run 9 times per day.
The train journey from London Waterloo to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is primarily a functional transit through urban and suburban areas, offering limited scenic vistas beyond typical city and residential landscapes.
The first train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) leaves at 3:53 AM.
The last train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) leaves at 6:56 PM.
Train ticket prices from London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $15 (€12), while the average price is around $25 (€20).
There is no high speed train available from London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX).
The cheapest way to get from London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) is by bus, with a cost of around $14 (€12).
Yes, you can take the train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX).
Yes, there is a direct train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX). This service operates 2 times per day, provided by Tfl Rail.
The train from London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX) takes 17m and runs 9 per day.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX).

popular train stations

Popular train stations from London Waterloo (WAT) to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)

London
London
The major train station for departures in London is London Waterloo. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Waterloo for your trip from London to London.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for London Waterloo
  • Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl.gov.uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
  • Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth.
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for London Waterloo
  • Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl.gov.uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
  • Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).

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