Hi,

I am looking for recommendations of car services for transport from central London to Heathrow. I had found a very reasonable alternative but he was all booked for that day. I have gotten a couple of quotes but unfortunately, they are considerably "dearer".

Thank you!

I have found the Heathrow Express very convenient. Have you tried your concierge?

I certainly agree with Andi that the Heathrow Express is the way to go, depending on how far your hotel is from Paddington Station and what time of day it is. During rush hours, it is a great alternative to the dreadfully congested M-4 motorway. The train is not affected by traffic jams. The fare for First or Express Class are, respectively, 23.50 pounds or 14.50 pounds, if purchased online, and a pound more at the ticket booth. This train, however, is not good if anyone in your party has mobility problems, as there are: (1) the taxi to Paddington (unless you're staying at the Paddington Hilton which is right in the station); (2) the walk across the station to the train; (3) and some walking once you get to your terminal at Heathrow. I love the train and enjoy not having to worry about anything related to the traffic on the motorways.

Thanks Andi and Freddie,

My DH is saying the same as that's the way he would travel from London to Heathrow when he has been there for business.

Are these trains more like subways, or are they like regular trains? Is there space for luggage? Unfortunately, we are not traveling light ( we are on the QM2 and they have 3 formal nights!!!!)

Thanks for any other clarification you can offer.

The train is like the others here in England. There is definately a place for luggage and the journey is only 15 minutes. It is a very good value! We always go Express Class since the difference is really not worth it.

Cheers, Pam

Thank you Pam for chiming in as well.


Since you guys have taken this train, let me ask your opinion: since we are a group of 5, the cost of the train plus taxis from our hotel would more or less equal the cost of the car service. I understand that going by car takes longer. But given that the price is the same, would you still do the train? Is the traffic that horrific ? We have to be at the airport at 1PM.

Thanks!