London’s busiest airport, Heathrow Airport, is located on the outskirts of West London and is well connected to the city through public and private transportation. There are plenty of transport options for you to choose from. It’s around 15 miles from the airport to Central London and the travel time depends on factors such as the means of transport you have selected, the time that you start your journey and the amount of traffic on that particular day. Public transport is available at scheduled times, another option would be private transfer services which operate 24 hours a day.

Train Services to Central London

London Heathrow airport is located on the Piccadilly line on the Underground system. Getting to any part of the city is easy as the tube system runs from the airport to London’s North East. For every 4 to 9 minutes, trains run from the airport. If you do not have a lot of luggage with you, then travelling on the tube should be fine. You can also travel on the Heathrow Express which operates from the airport. Trains run non-stop between Heathrow and Paddington station with 4 trains running per hour. If you want to go anywhere in the West, you can travel on The Heathrow Connect instead of travelling all way to Paddington Station. The train stops at Ealing Broadway, West Ealing, Hanwell, Southall and Hayes.

Bus Services to London

Travelling in buses is a cheaper option compared to other means. However, buses are usually crowded and beating the rush to travel in buses can be daunting. When you want to reach your destination on time, you should not rely on buses in case of delays that might occur.

Taxi Services to London

Finding a taxi to travel from Heathrow Airport to Central London is simple. Many private taxi companies offer services throughout London. But booking a taxi after reaching the airport can be challenging. It’s a great feeling to have a driver awaiting your arrival at the airport. Simply pre book a taxi with a private taxi company. Before you book, make sure to check out all details about the company, such as if the cars and drivers are licensed, what the condition of cars are, the additional facilities and of course the safety and comfort of the cars. Taxis run 24/7 to and from all destinations in London.

Travelling in public transport vehicles can be less expensive. But, when you carry luggage or travel with children, it is best to travel in a private vehicle.