Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train with Tfl Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

Showing times and prices for 29 Jan

Cheapest price

£18

Average price

£22

Fastest journey

50 m

Average duration

1 h

Trains per day

5

Distance

26 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) for London Kings Cross (KGX) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 7 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.

Tfl Rail
08:501h01
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
09:51London Kings Cross (KGX)
£181One-way
0 changes
Tfl Rail
14:201h01
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
15:21London Kings Cross (KGX)
£181One-way
0 changes
Tfl Rail
05:201h03
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
06:23London Kings Cross (KGX)
£211One-way
0 changes
Tfl Rail
04:461h07
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
05:53London Kings Cross (KGX)
£211One-way
0 changes
Heathrow Express
13:420h50
Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
14:32London Kings Cross (KGX)
£321One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £12.

Distance: 26 km

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Coach

£19

Average Price

£11

Average Price

Cheapest

1h 12m

Average total duration

Fastest

42m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 12m

Average total duration

1h 42m

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30m

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Live departures

Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train times

The table below shows live departures for Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for today, Wednesday 28 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 06:40
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Tickets
heathrow_expressC28975+assertis_tubeTube from London Paddington to London Kings Cross
On time
06:42 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
0h50
07:32 London Kings Cross (KGX)		1 change
Thursday 29 January
tfl_rail04:46 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1h07
05:53 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect
tfl_rail05:20 Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
1h03
06:23 London Kings Cross (KGX)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX)

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Trains from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 22:42. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 26m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
Distance
26 km
Average train duration
42m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
26m
First train
04:15
Last train
22:42
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9

Train companies: Tfl Rail, Heathrow Express, Tube from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) trainsTfl Rail, Heathrow Express, Tube trains will get you between Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) and London Kings Cross (KGX) from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Tfl Rail

About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
28m
Cheapest Price
£12
Tfl Rail frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone
Family area

Heathrow Express

About
The Heathrow Express is a train service from the United Kingdom that operates between London Heathrow Airport and Paddington Station in London. It runs every 15 minutes from 5:10am to 11:25pm, with a journey time of just 15 minutes. The train service offers two types of trains: the Express Class and the Business First Class. Express Class offers comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power sockets, while Business First Class offers extra legroom, complimentary newspapers, and complimentary refreshments. There are three types of tickets available: Single, Return, and Group. Onboard facilities include a café bar, luggage storage, and a quiet zone. The most popular routes for the Heathrow Express are London Heathrow Airport to Paddington Station, and Paddington Station to London Heathrow Airport.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
26m
Cheapest Price
£19
Heathrow Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one additional piece of luggage
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in each carriage
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Drinks and snacks from trolley service
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible carriages and ramps for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free of charge. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone
Learn more about Heathrow Express

Tube

About
The \Tube\" refers to the London Underground, a rapid transit system serving Greater London and parts of the adjacent home counties. It is operated by London Underground Limited (LUL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Transport for London (TfL). Opened in 1863, it was the world's first underground passenger railway. The network, nicknamed \"the Tube\" due to its circular, deep-level tunnels, has 11 lines and 270 stations, covering approximately 250 miles. It carries over a billion passengers annually and is known for its iconic roundel symbol and schematic map."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Tube frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
You can take as much luggage as you can comfortably carry, as long as it's under two meters long and fits within the space beneath your feet or between your legs while seated.
Luggage storage
There are no luggage racks on the Tube, so you'll technically be taking up the space of an actual person with your luggage.
Cancellation Policy
If your Tube journey was delayed by 15 minutes or more for reasons within TfL's control, you can claim a refund for the single pay as you go fare for the delayed journey.
Refund
If your Tube journey is delayed by 15 minutes or more due to reasons within TfL's control, you are entitled to a refund of the single fare for the affected journey.
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
Food is allowed on the Tube, but alcoholic drinks are banned on all TfL services.
USB plugs
Accessibility
Currently 93 Tube stations (more than a third of them) have step-free access, and all DLR stations and tram stops are step-free.
Pets
Dogs and other domestic animals are allowed on the London Underground as long as they are under control, on a leash or in a carrier, and not on the seats.

FAQs: Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at London Kings Cross (KGX), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £19.
The train journey from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) covers a distance of 26 km and takes approximately 26m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is 26 km.
The first train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) leaves at 4:15.
The last train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) departs at 22:42.
Trains from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
To get from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX).
The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) is by coach, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Kings Cross is not particularly scenic as it primarily travels through urban and suburban areas, offering limited views beyond built-up environments.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Kings Cross. The journey takes 26m and covers 26 km. Trains run 9 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV) to London Kings Cross (KGX).

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