Heathrow Airport transfer guide
Heathrow Airport sits around 15 miles west of central London and is the UK's busiest airport, split across four active terminals (T2, T3, T4 and T5). A pre-booked private hire journey is worth arranging in advance if you're carrying luggage for a group, flying in the early hours, or heading somewhere the Heathrow Express and Piccadilly line don't reach directly. When arranging the journey, the most useful details are your exact pickup point, destination, date, time, passenger count and luggage needs. Giving those details clearly helps the booking process and reduces uncertainty on the day.
What to plan before travelling
- Confirm the exact pickup and destination.
- Allow sensible time for traffic, baggage and meeting points.
- Check passenger and luggage needs before selecting a vehicle.
- Use the related airport and station pages to plan onward travel.
Getting to and from Heathrow
Heathrow Express trains reach London Paddington in 15–20 minutes, and the Elizabeth line connects Terminals 2, 3 and 5 to Bond Street, Tottenham Court Road and Canary Wharf. By road, allow 45–60 minutes into central London via the M4/A4, and longer during peak traffic or on the approach to the M25. Each terminal has its own dedicated pickup and drop-off area, so confirming your exact terminal when booking helps your driver meet you at the right entrance.
Airport, station and hotel connections
UK journeys often involve more than one transport point. You may travel from an airport to a city centre, from a railway station to a hotel, or between towns and airports. The related pages on this site help you move between these journey stages.
Booking guidance
Use the online booking form for the exact route and available vehicle choices. If the journey involves multiple stops, unusual luggage, accessibility requirements or a tight connection, contact the team before travel so the requirements can be discussed.