London Paddington transfer guide
London Paddington is the terminus for the Heathrow Express, reaching Heathrow Airport in as little as 15–20 minutes — one of the fastest airport rail links from central London. The Elizabeth line also serves Heathrow from here. 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.
Connecting from London Paddington
The Heathrow Express runs non-stop to Terminals 2, 3 and 5, with a separate connection for Terminal 4. By road via the A40 and M4, the drive typically takes 45–60 minutes depending on traffic. A pre-booked taxi is a useful alternative if you're travelling with luggage or heading beyond central London.
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.