How long does it take from South Kensington to Heathrow Terminals by metro?

The journey from South Kensington to Heathrow Terminals takes approximately 18 minutes by London Underground, covering 8.53 km across 4 stops.

What is the metro fare from South Kensington to Heathrow Terminals?

The token fare from South Kensington to Heathrow Terminals is ₹3.4. With a smart card the fare is ₹3 (save ₹0.3999999999999999). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹2.7.

Which platform at South Kensington for Heathrow Terminals?

At South Kensington, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs Towards Heathrow Terminals. Look for the electronic board showing "Heathrow Terminals".

What is the last train from South Kensington to Heathrow Terminals?

The last train from South Kensington towards Heathrow Terminals departs at 00:30 on weekdays. The last train from Heathrow Terminals back towards South Kensington departs at 00:30.

How many stops from South Kensington to Heathrow Terminals?

There are 4 stops between South Kensington and Heathrow Terminals on the Piccadilly Line. The stations are: South Kensington, Gloucester Road, Earl's Court, Hammersmith, Heathrow Terminals.

South Kensington To Heathrow Terminals

ShortestShortest Route

South Kensington

yellow interchangegreen interchange

Platform 1·underground·Piccadilly LineTowards Heathrow Terminals

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30Doors open: right

Gloucester Road

yellow interchangegreen interchange

+4.37 min

4.37 min · 2.13 km

Earl's Court

green interchange

+8.74 min

4.37 min · 2.13 km

Hammersmith

green interchange

+13.13 min

4.39 min · 2.14 km

Heathrow Terminals

Arrive Platform 1·underground8.53 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:30

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

18 min

Total time

stops

8.53 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
South Kensington	05:00	00:30	Towards Heathrow Terminals
Heathrow Terminals	05:00	00:30	Towards South Kensington

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

₹3.4

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹3

Save ₹0.3999999999999999 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹2.7

Save ₹0.6999999999999997 per ride

Use your London Underground smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

1.15 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.53 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~34 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹3.4

Bike

₹62

Auto

₹132

Cab

₹238

Estimates for 8.53 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

South Kensington

underground

South Kensington, London, United Kingdom

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:30(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

South Kensington exit 1· Natural History Museum, V&A Museum♿

South Kensington exit 2· Natural History Museum, V&A Museum♿

South Kensington exit 3· Natural History Museum, V&A Museum♿

South Kensington exit 4· Natural History Museum, V&A Museum♿

Touch in and out with an Oyster card or contactless bank card to get the best fare and daily capping.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsStep-free accessTicket machinesShops

Arrival station

Heathrow Terminals

underground

Heathrow Terminals, London, United Kingdom

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:30(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

Heathrow Terminals exit 1· Heathrow Airport♿

Heathrow Terminals exit 2· Heathrow Airport♿

Touch in and out with an Oyster card or contactless bank card to get the best fare and daily capping.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsStep-free access