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How to Get from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Covent Garden

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is about 27.7 km west of Covent Garden. The journey takes about 45 minutes by private transfer or taxi, while public transport takes about 60–80 minutes.

✓ Verified Oct 28, 2026 • 27.7 km road distance

Private Transfer

Recommended
45 mins •Pre-Booked
€95 - €150 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Collect your luggage and exit through Arrivals.
  2. Meet your driver in the Arrivals hall, who will be holding a name board.
  3. Load your luggage into the pre-booked vehicle.
  4. Ride directly to your Covent Garden hotel or address.
  5. Driver drops you at the door, tolls and fees included.
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Licensed Black Cab Taxi

Official Airport Taxi
60 mins •Available 24/7 at Official Ranks
€84 - €143 (Metered)
Luggage: 2-3 Bags
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow the signs for 'Taxis' to the official black cab rank outside your terminal.
  2. Join the official queue and only take a licensed cab from the rank.
  3. Tell the driver your Covent Garden destination.
  4. The meter runs for the whole journey, including a small airport rank extra.
  5. Pay by card or contactless at the end and ask for a receipt.

Piccadilly Line to Covent Garden

Cheapest Direct
60 mins •Every Few Mins (About 05:00-23:30)
€7.00 / Person
Luggage: No Luggage Racks, Busy at Rush Hour
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From Arrivals, follow signs for the Underground / Piccadilly line.
  2. Touch in with a contactless card, Oyster or a Zone 1-6 Travelcard.
  3. Take the Piccadilly line towards central London.
  4. Stay on the train for about 50 minutes to Covent Garden station.
  5. Exit at Covent Garden and walk up to the piazza area.

Elizabeth Line + 15-Minute Walk

Fast with Short Walk
55 mins •About 6 Trains per Hour
€18.50 / Person
Luggage: Space for Luggage
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From Arrivals, follow signs for the Elizabeth line.
  2. Touch in with contactless/Oyster or buy a ticket at a machine.
  3. Take an Elizabeth line train towards central London.
  4. Get off at Tottenham Court Road station.
  5. Walk about 15 minutes to Covent Garden.

National Express Coach to Victoria

Budget Coach
80 mins •Up to 77 Coaches a Day
€13.00 / Person (from)
Luggage: 2 Medium Bags
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From Terminals 2 & 3, walk to the Central Bus Station; from T4 or T5 use the stop outside the terminal.
  2. Check the National Express departure board or app for the next coach to London Victoria.
  3. Board the coach and stow your luggage.
  4. At Victoria Coach Station, walk to Victoria Underground station.
  5. Take the Victoria line to Green Park, change to the Piccadilly line towards Covent Garden.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Never accept unbooked rides from people in the Arrivals hall — licensed drivers do not approach you there.
  • Only use the official black cab rank or a pre-booked private hire; make sure the meter is running and pay by card to avoid overcharging.
  • For pre-booked transfers, confirm the fixed price in writing before travelling; do not pay until the final destination.
  • TfL buses and Tubes do not accept cash; always have a contactless card or Oyster.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Covent Garden?

The Piccadilly line is cheapest at about €7.00 per person. It takes about 60 minutes and goes directly to Covent Garden Underground station.

Is there a direct train from Heathrow to Covent Garden?

Yes, the Piccadilly line runs direct from all Heathrow terminals to Covent Garden station. The Elizabeth line also goes to Tottenham Court Road, a 15-minute walk from Covent Garden.

How long does it take to get from LHR to Covent Garden?

A private transfer or taxi takes about 45–60 minutes by road, while public transport takes about 55–80 minutes depending on option and waiting time.

Are taxis from Heathrow to Covent Garden expensive?

London black cabs are metered and typically cost roughly €84–€143 depending on traffic and time of day. Pre-booked private transfers can offer a fixed price.

Can I pay for the Tube or train with a contactless card?

Yes, use a contactless bank card or Oyster for Piccadilly line and Elizabeth line services. London buses do not accept cash.

Which option is best for families with luggage?

A pre-booked private transfer or licensed taxi is best because it is door-to-door and has space for bags. The Piccadilly line has no luggage racks and gets crowded at rush hour.

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More transfers from London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

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

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