What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow is to subway which costs £3 - £8 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow is to train which takes 58 min and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Plaistow?

No, there is no direct bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at King Street via Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Plaistow?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow station. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at West Ham station via Stratford station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Plaistow is 26 miles. The road distance is 25.1 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs £15 - £23.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow?

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow bus from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow train from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Train or bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow is to train which takes 58 min and costs £15 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £60 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow bus arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Charing Cross station.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow train arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow is 25 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow.

Where can I stay near Plaistow?

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Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 490 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow by train, bus, subway, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Stratford (London)Heathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield / ...
58 min
£15–23
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Charing CrossN9
2. Take the bus from Charing Cross to King StreetN15
2h 20m
£3–57
Line 490 bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Richmond Station490
2. Take the subway from Richmond station to West Ham stationDistrict
2h 13m
Drive 25 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow25 mi
1h
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow25 mi
1h
£110–140
Subway
1. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminal 5 station to Green Park stationPiccadilly
2. Take the subway from Green Park station to West Ham stationJubilee
1h 12m
£4–7

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Plaistow by foot and bus

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Distance: 25.4 mi
Duration: 58 min

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 5, England and Plaistow, Greater London, England?

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Stratford (London) every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £13–20 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Heathrow Terminal 5 to King Street via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Charing Cross in around 2h 20m.

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