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How to Get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Central London (Trafalgar Square)

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is about 27 km west of Trafalgar Square. Expect around 45 minutes by car and 50–70 minutes by public transport, depending on traffic and connections.

✓ Verified Oct 28, 2026 • 27.4 km road distance

Private Airport Transfer

Door-to-Door
45 mins •Pre-Booked / On Call
€84 - €143 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow signs for Arrivals and exit through the main doors to the pick-up zone.
  2. Meet your pre-booked driver in the arrivals hall or at the designated meeting point.
  3. Confirm the fixed price and destination before loading luggage.
  4. Travel via the M4/A4 towards Westminster and ask to be dropped at Trafalgar Square.
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London Black Cab (Taxi)

Metered
50 mins •Official Rank Outside Arrivals
€84 - €143 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: Depends on Vehicle
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow the official black cab signs to the taxi rank outside your terminal's Arrivals.
  2. Join the queue and take the next licensed black cab (do not accept offers inside).
  3. Tell the driver 'Trafalgar Square, please' and confirm card payment is accepted.
  4. The meter will combine distance and time; a Heathrow rank extra is added.

London Underground Piccadilly Line

Cheapest
65 mins •Every Few Mins (05:00–23:30)
€7.00 / Person
Luggage: No Luggage Racks
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow signs for London Underground to the Piccadilly line station at your terminal.
  2. Touch in at the gate with a contactless card or Oyster.
  3. Take an eastbound Piccadilly line train towards central London.
  4. Alight at Leicester Square and walk about 5 minutes south to Trafalgar Square.

Heathrow Express + Bakerloo Line

Fastest Train
50 mins •Every 15 Mins (Early to Late)
€31 / Person
Luggage: Dedicated Luggage Space
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From T4, take the free Elizabeth line transfer to Heathrow Central if you arrive at Terminal 4.
  2. Follow signs to Heathrow Express platforms at Heathrow Central or Terminal 5.
  3. Touch in or use a pre-purchased ticket and board the next train to Paddington.
  4. At Paddington, follow signs to the Bakerloo line and take a southbound train to Charing Cross.
  5. Exit Charing Cross and walk 2 minutes to Trafalgar Square.

National Express Coach to Victoria

Direct Coach
70 mins •Up to 77 Daily (First ~01:00, Last ~23:59)
From €13 / Person
Luggage: 2 Medium Cases Included
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From T2 or T3, walk to the Central Bus Station; from T4 or T5, use the coach stop outside.
  2. Buy a ticket online in advance or at the National Express desk/ticket machine.
  3. Board the coach to London Victoria Coach Station (journey about 40 minutes).
  4. From Victoria Coach Station, walk about 25 minutes northeast to Trafalgar Square.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Do not accept rides from people offering taxis inside the arrivals hall; they are not licensed and may overcharge.
  • Take black cabs only from the official rank outside Arrivals and check the meter is running, as a Heathrow rank extra applies.
  • If you pre-book a minicab, confirm the fixed price and driver details before leaving the airport.
  • London buses do not accept cash; use contactless or Oyster to avoid penalty fares.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way from Heathrow to Trafalgar Square?

Take the London Underground Piccadilly line. The fare is £5.90 (about €7.00) with contactless or Oyster, and the ride takes about 50 minutes to Leicester Square, then a 5-minute walk to Trafalgar Square.

How much is a taxi from Heathrow to Central London?

Black cab meters typically charge roughly £70–£120 (about €84–€143) depending on traffic and time. Use the official rank outside Arrivals and pay by card.

Does the Heathrow Express go to Trafalgar Square?

No. It runs only to Paddington. From Paddington, take the Bakerloo line southbound to Charing Cross and walk 2 minutes.

What about night arrivals?

The Piccadilly Night Tube runs on Friday and Saturday nights from Terminals 2&3 and 5, not T4. The N9 night bus also serves central London; otherwise pre-book a licensed transfer or black cab.

Can I pay with a card?

Contactless or Oyster is the easiest for Tube, Elizabeth line and Heathrow Express. Black cabs accept cards, and coach tickets can be purchased online or at the station.

Which option is best for a family with luggage?

A pre-booked private transfer or black cab offers door-to-door service and no need to handle luggage on trains. The Heathrow Express has dedicated luggage space but still requires a transfer at Paddington.

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More transfers from London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Piccadilly Circus · 26.7 km Covent Garden · 27.7 km Westminster (Big Ben) · 27.5 km Waterloo · 28.7 km Oxford Circus · 27.4 km British Museum · 28.3 km London Victoria · 26.6 km Knightsbridge · 24.9 km King's Cross St Pancras · 29.2 km City of London (Bank) · 30.4 km

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