Heathrow Terminal 5 Station – Information for Travellers

Overview

Heathrow Terminal 5 Station serves one of the world’s busiest airport terminals. It provides Elizabeth Line (National Rail) services into Central London and Heathrow Express services to London Paddington. The station is fully integrated into Terminal 5, offering seamless access to departures and arrivals.

Lines and Services

National Rail – Elizabeth Line

• Direct services to Paddington, Bond Street, Tottenham Court Road, Liverpool Street
• Connections to:
  • Reading
  • Shenfield
  • Abbey Wood
• Typical journey times:
  • Heathrow T5 → Paddington: ~28 minutes
  • Heathrow T5 → Bond Street: ~34 minutes
  • Heathrow T5 → Liverpool Street: ~42 minutes

Heathrow Express

• Non‑stop service to London Paddington
• Journey time: ~21 minutes

Station Facilities

• Ticket machines
• Lift access
• Shops and restaurants inside Terminal 5
• Step‑free access throughout
• Airport check‑in and baggage services

Accessibility

Heathrow Terminal 5 Station is fully step‑free, with lifts and escalators connecting directly to the airport terminal.

Local Area

Terminal 5 is part of Heathrow Airport, offering world‑class facilities:

• Terminal 5 Departures – shops, dining, lounges
• Terminal 5 Arrivals – transport links, hotels
• Sofitel Heathrow – luxury hotel connected to T5
• Heathrow Business Parking
• Heathrow Long Stay Parking

The station is modern, efficient, and designed for seamless airport travel.