Transport in and around London

London’s transport system can be overcrowded and sometimes unreliable, however it is the best way to go from one point to another in this big city. The tube is the fastest way if to travel a long distance; however if you want to combine sightseeing and travelling, the famous double-decker bus is the best option and is of course cheaper!

bestlondonhostels TOP TIP: you can save money on transport by purchasing an Oyster card on which you can either add a Travelcard or Bus Pass or you can top it up with money and travel single journeys with a guaranty that journeys on Oyster cards will always cost you less than if you buy paper tickets. For more information, please visit the Transport for London website on www.tfl.gov.uk



London Airport Links


Heathrow > London

Heathrow Express – train to/from Paddington
- Journey time: 15 mins (Runs every 15 mins)
- Single: £14
- Return: £28

National Express – coach to/from Victoria
- Journey time: 35min-1h20 (runs every 20min)
- Single: £4
- Return: £8

Gatwick > London
Gatwick Express – train to/from Victoria
- Journey time: 30min (runs every 15min)
- Single: £14.90
- Return: £26.80

National Express – coach to/from Victoria
- Journey time: 1h20 (runs every 20min)
- Single: £6.60
- Return: £12.20

Stanstead > London
Stanstead Express – train to/from Liverpool Street
- Journey time: 45min (runs every 15min)
- Single: £15.50
- Return: £25.50

National Express – coach to/from Victoria
- Journey time: 1h30-1h40 (runs every 20min)
- Single: £10
- Return: £16

Terravision – coach to/from Victoria or Liverpool Street
- Journey time: 1h15 (Victoria) or 55min (Liverpool Street) (runs every 20min)
- Single: £6
- Return: £14

Luton > London
National Rail Services – train to/from King’s Cross St Pancreas
- Journey time: 21min-25min
For more information on tickets and fares, please click here.

National Express – coach to/from Victoria
- Journey time: 1h10-1h25 (runs every 20min)
- Single: £10
- Return: £14