London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 24 Oct

Cheapest price on 24 Oct

£9

Average ticket price on 24 Oct

£10

Fastest journey on 24 Oct

50 m

Average journey duration on 24 Oct

1 h 2 m

Buses on 24 Oct

3

Distance

24 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.

Fast coaches

On Sat 24 Oct, we found 3 buses from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport, including 3 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 24 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • National Express
    9:000h50
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    9:50London Heathrow Airport
    £91One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    17:001h05
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    18:05London Heathrow Airport
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • National Express
    13:001h10
    London Waterloo (WAT)
    14:10London Heathrow Airport
    £101One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport

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Buses from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 77 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.

There are 59 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 22:34. The fastest coach covers the 24 km distance in 35m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
24 km
Average bus duration
1h 4m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Buses per day
77
Direct buses
59
Fastest bus
35m
First bus
6:00
Last bus
22:34
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Frequently asked questions about your London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport.

Cheap coach tickets from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport is £13; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport leaves at 6:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport leaves at 22:34.
Yes, there are 59 direct coaches a day from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

Live departures

London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport coaches for today, Friday 23 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNXA8 · NX035 · NX2027:30 London, York Road (London Eye)
3h00
10:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 42 changes
National ExpressNXA8 · NX032 · NX2308:30 London, York Road (London Eye)
2h40
11:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 42 changes
National ExpressNXA8 · NX401 · NX2308:30 London, York Road (London Eye)
2h40
11:10 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 42 changes
National ExpressNXA8 · NX025 · NX2029:30 London, York Road (London Eye)
3h00
12:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 42 changes
National ExpressNXA8 · NX502 · NX2029:30 London, York Road (London Eye)
3h00
12:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 42 changes
National ExpressNXA8 · NX032 · NX20211:25 London, York Road (London Eye)
3h05
14:30 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 42 changes
National ExpressNXA8 · NX401 · NX20212:55 London, York Road (London Eye)
3h45
16:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 42 changes
National ExpressNXA8 · NX444 · NX20212:55 London, York Road (London Eye)
3h45
16:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 42 changes
National ExpressNXA8 · NX032 · NX23014:25 London, York Road (London Eye)
3h15
17:40 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 42 changes
National ExpressNXA8 · NX401 · NX20216:00 London, York Road (London Eye)
3h15
19:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 42 changes
National ExpressNXA8 · NX444 · NX20216:00 London, York Road (London Eye)
3h15
19:15 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 42 changes
National ExpressNXA8 · NX032 · NXN4021:00 London, York Road (London Eye)
3h25
0:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 42 changes
National ExpressNXA8 · NX025 · NXN4021:00 London, York Road (London Eye)
3h25
0:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 42 changes
National ExpressNXA8 · NX444 · NXN4022:34 London, York Road (London Eye)
2h51
1:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 42 changes
National ExpressNXA8 · NX467 · NXN4022:34 London, York Road (London Eye)
2h51
1:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 42 changes
National ExpressNXA8 · NX035 · NXN4023:34 London, York Road (London Eye)
3h51
3:25 London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 42 changes

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Bus providers: National Express from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow AirportYou can travel by bus between London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport with National Express for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
35m
Cheapest National Express Price
£7
National Express frequency
77 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between London Waterloo (WAT) and London Heathrow Airport

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to London Heathrow Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Waterloo (WAT) and London Heathrow Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport with the following coach company: National Express.

FAQs: London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Waterloo (WAT) to London Heathrow Airport by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
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