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

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Bank is to bus via Charing Cross which costs £2 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Bank is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow Terminal 5 and South Bank?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at Green Line Coach Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow Terminal 5 and South Bank?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at Tottenham Court Rd. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Bank?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 and South Bank is 19 miles. The road distance is 18.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Bank without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £16 - £20.

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

The train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Tottenham Court Road Station takes 37 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Bank bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

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

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

Train or bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Bank?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Bank is to train which takes 42 min and costs £16 - £20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £15 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Bank bus arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Bank bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Green Line Coach Station.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Bank train arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Bank train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Tottenham Court Rd station.

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Bank?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Bank is 19 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Bank.

How do I get a train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Bank?

Book your Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Bank train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Bank?

Book your Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Bank bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near South Bank?

There are 20234+ hotels available in South Bank.

Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Bank - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Tottenham Court RdElizabeth
42 min
£16–20
Bus via Charing Cross
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Charing CrossN9
1h 27m
£2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Green Line Coach StationUk061
1h 5m
£4–15
Drive 18.8 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Bank18.8 mi
41 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Bank18.8 mi
41 min
£80–100
Subway
1. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminal 5 station to Leicester Square stationPiccadilly
53 min
£3–6

Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Bank by foot and train

139Weekly Services

42 minAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 18.6 mi
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 5, England and South Bank?

Elizabeth Line (TfL) operates a train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Tottenham Court Rd hourly. Tickets cost £16–20 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Green Line Coach Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 1h 5m. National Express also services this route every 20 minutes.

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