Local buses
An extensive local bus network provides a low-cost route between Heathrow and towns in west London. Many services offer free travel within the airport site.
Buses for 4am shift patterns
The 350, 423, 482, 490 and 555 are all starting earlier, so it's now possible to get to Heathrow for 4am. So if you're travelling in from Hayes, Hounslow, Southall, Richmond or Shepperton you could be saving time and money by getting the bus to work.
Free travel zone
Travel around the airport is free within the Free Travel Zone. This includes travel between the central bus station (Terminals 1 and 3) and Terminal 4 on the Heathrow Express, between Hatton Cross and Terminals 1, 3, and more.
Please note that times and service numbers are subject to change.
Free travel around the airport site map (PDF)
Inner London bus travel
Services into West London are part of the Transport for London network. A single adult fare for anywhere in London costs just £2.20. You can also use your pre-paid Oyster card on the Transport for London network.
You can also buy tickets from the driver on the bus. A single ticket costs just £2.20 and it's best to have the correct money ready.
View Transport for London’s website for maps and timetables.
Outer London bus travel
Many bus services are available for your commute to and from Heathrow.
View list of services and timetable
Please note that times and service numbers are subject to change.
Discounted travel is available on some buses for staff with an Airport Travelcard.
You can also buy tickets from the driver. It's best to have the correct money ready.
Live outer London bus travel news
Further information
Transport for London information
020 7222 1234
Traveline public transport information
0871 200 22 33
National Express
08717 81 81 81
