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London Waterloo to Heathrow Rail train prices and times

Planning a journey from London Waterloo to Heathrow Rail? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £15.80, with average prices for this route around £15.80. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
21:08 51m, Direct London Waterloo	21:59 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
21:11 55m, Direct London Waterloo	22:06 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
21:26 55m, Direct London Waterloo	22:21 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
21:38 51m, Direct London Waterloo	22:29 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
21:41 55m, Direct London Waterloo	22:36 Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets
21:53 58m, Direct London Waterloo	22:51 Paris	Elizabeth line	Find Tickets

London Waterloo to Heathrow Rail train route details

First train

06:41

Last train

22:53

Departure station

London Waterloo

Arrival station

Heathrow Rail

Journey time

46m

Distance

15 miles

Price

£15.80*

Train Operators

Elizabeth line

How to book cheap train tickets from London Waterloo to Heathrow Rail

Season Tickets for frequent travels

If you frequently travel between London Waterloo and Heathrow Rail, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

To save on train travel in Southeast England, consider getting a Network Railcard. For a £30 annual fee, this railcard offers 1/3 off most fares, including routes to and from London. Whether for standard or off-peak tickets, it’s highly advantageous for frequent travellers within this region.

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from London Waterloo to Heathrow Rail can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from London Waterloo to Heathrow Rail, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from London Waterloo to Heathrow Rail ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from London Waterloo to Heathrow Rail more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

London Waterloo to Heathrow Rail train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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