What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum is to bus which costs £2 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum is to taxi which takes 40 min and costs £130 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow Terminal 5 and British Museum?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at Aldwych / Drury Lane. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow Terminal 5 and British Museum?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at Tottenham Court Rd. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 and British Museum is 19 miles. The road distance is 18.3 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum without a car is to train via London Paddington which takes 42 min and costs £12 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum?

It takes approximately 42 min to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum bus from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum train from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum train services, operated by Heathrow Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Train or bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum is to train via London Paddington which takes 42 min and costs £12 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 and takes 1h 45m.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum bus arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Aldwych / Drury Lane station.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum train arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum train services, operated by Heathrow Express, arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum is 18 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum.

How do I get a train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum?

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Where can I stay near British Museum?

There are 21978+ hotels available in British Museum.

Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

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

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Train via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Paddingtontrain Heathrow Terminal 5 - London Paddington
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Tottenham Court Rdtrain Elizabeth
42 min
£12–39
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aldwych / Drury Lanebus N9
1h 45m
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museumtaxi 18.2 mi
40 min
£130–170
Drive 18.2 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museumcar 18.2 mi
40 min
£5–7
Train
1. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Tottenham Court Rdtrain Elizabeth
52 min
£13–26
Subway
1. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminal 5 station to Russell Square stationsubway Piccadilly
1h 5m
£18–65

Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum by foot and train

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Distance: 18.8 mi
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 5, England and British Museum, England?

You can take a vehicle from Heathrow Terminal 5 to British Museum via Heathrow Terminal 5, London Paddington, and Tottenham Court Rd in around 42 min. Alternatively, Metroline Travel operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Aldwych / Drury Lane hourly. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 1h 29m.

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