Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport train with Tfl Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport

Showing times and prices for 12 Dec

Cheapest price

£18

Average price

£23

Fastest journey

43 m

Average duration

46 m

Trains per day

18

Distance

32 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stratford (London) (SRA) 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 Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.

Fast trains

Of the 18 trains that leave Stratford (London) (SRA) for London Heathrow Airport every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 43 m .

The slowest trains will take 49 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 RailP07888 · P06546
09:310h56
Stratford (London) (SRA)
10:27Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
£181One-way
1 change
Tfl RailP06902
08:460h43
Stratford (London) (SRA)
09:29Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (HXX)
£211One-way
0 changes
Tfl RailP06997 · P06669
08:160h56
Stratford (London) (SRA)
09:12Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
£211One-way
1 change
Tfl RailP07840 · P06515
09:010h56
Stratford (London) (SRA)
09:57Heathrow Terminal 4 (HAF)
£211One-way
1 change
Tfl RailP06902
08:460h49
Stratford (London) (SRA)
09:35Heathrow Terminal 5 (HWV)
£211One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £12.

Distance: 32 km

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£18

Average Price

£16

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1h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

54m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 15m

Average total duration

1h 45m

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Live departures

Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport trains for today, Thursday 11 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 03:24
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
tfl_rail08:31 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h56
09:27 London Heathrow Airport0 changesdirect
tfl_rail11:16 Stratford (London) (SRA)
0h43
11:59 London Heathrow Airport0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport

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Trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 29 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.

There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 18:13. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 42m.

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 £12
Distance
32 km
Average train duration
54m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Trains per day
29
Direct trains
9
Fastest train
42m
First train
06:01
Last train
18:13
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 £12

Train companies: Tfl Rail, Tube, Heathrow Express, Elizabeth Line from Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport trainsTfl Rail, Tube, Heathrow Express, Elizabeth Line trains will get you between Stratford (London) (SRA) and London Heathrow Airport from £12. 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
43m
Cheapest Price
£18
Tfl Rail frequency
28 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
Heathrow Express frequency
2 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

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
22 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.

Elizabeth Line

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
38m
Cheapest Price
£13
Elizabeth Line frequency
51 a day

FAQs: Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport 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 Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train journey from Stratford (London) to London Heathrow Airport primarily runs through urban areas and tunnels, offering limited scenic views. Passengers will mostly see cityscapes, residential areas, and some industrial sites.
Yes, a day trip from Stratford (London) to London Heathrow Airport is feasible. The journey takes 42m and covers a distance of 32 km. There are 29 trains per day for this route.
Yes, there is a direct train between Stratford (London) (SRA) and London Heathrow Airport. The service operates 9 times per day, provided by Tfl Rail, Elizabeth Line.
Booking trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £18.
The train distance from Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport is 32 km.
The cheapest way to get from Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport is by coach, costing approximately £12.
The train journey from Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport covers a distance of 32 km and takes approximately 42m. Trains run 29 per day.
The first train from Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport leaves at 6:01.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport.
Yes, you can take the train from Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport.
The last train from Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport departs at 18:13.
Trains from Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport run approximately 29 times per day.
There is no night train service from Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport.
To get from Stratford (London) (SRA) to London Heathrow Airport, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

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Important Stations and Airports in Stratford (London) (SRA) and London Heathrow Airport

Stratford
London
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 06:40 - 21:30 Southern ticket office 09:00-16:00 Mon-Fri 08:00-16:00 Sun
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are available.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Note that these are Council-owned cycle racks, located outside the front of the station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
Public transport options for Stratford (London)
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services for Greater Anglia, London Overground, and TfL Rail will depart from: Montfichet Road, Bus Stop W, for Eastbound services - map here
  • Metro: London Underground Central Line and Jubilee Lines and Docklands Light Railway.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 21:30 Saturday 06:15 - 21:30 Sunday 06:40 - 21:30 Southern ticket office 09:00-16:00 Mon-Fri 08:00-16:00 Sun
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train.
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are available.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Note that these are Council-owned cycle racks, located outside the front of the station
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
Public transport options for Stratford (London)
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services for Greater Anglia, London Overground, and TfL Rail will depart from: Montfichet Road, Bus Stop W, for Eastbound services - map here
  • Metro: London Underground Central Line and Jubilee Lines and Docklands Light Railway.

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