Heathrow to Feltham
Feltham is one of the closest towns to Heathrow Airport, about 3 miles from the boundary — here's the fastest and most practical way to travel each way.
Bus — the direct, sensible option
Two TfL routes run directly between Feltham Station and Heathrow, with no need to change:
- Route 285 — to Heathrow Central Bus Station (for Terminals 2 & 3), roughly 13–20 minutes depending on traffic. Runs 24 hours.
- Route 490 — to Heathrow Terminal 5 (also calling at Terminal 4), roughly 12–20 minutes. Runs nearly 24 hours (a short gap in the early hours).
Fare: £1.75 flat single with contactless or Oyster (frozen at this price until at least July 2026). The Hopper fare means a second bus within 60 minutes of your first tap is free — useful if you need to change buses locally first. Cash is not accepted on TfL buses.
285 route & live times · 490 route & live times
Source: Transport for London, independently verified 28 August 2026.
Train — not usually the sensible route
Feltham station itself has no direct rail line to Heathrow. Going by train would mean travelling into central London first (e.g. to Paddington) and then back out on the Heathrow Express or Elizabeth line — a detour that's slower and more expensive than the direct bus for a local journey. The Elizabeth line and Heathrow Express only make sense if you're already travelling to/from central London anyway.
Taxi & private hire
A taxi or private hire car from Feltham to any Heathrow terminal typically takes 10–20 minutes and costs roughly £12–£25, depending on traffic, time of day and operator. See our Taxis page for local providers, and always confirm the fare when booking.
Accessibility
Feltham station has step-free access to both platforms and a Changing Places toilet — see our full Accessible Transport page for details, including how to book Passenger Assistance in advance.
At the Heathrow end, all TfL buses are low-floor and wheelchair accessible, with ramps deployed on request. For airport-side assistance (special assistance through security, at the gate, etc.), book directly with Heathrow.
Official sources
Independently verified 28 August 2026 against Transport for London and National Rail sources. Bus times, fares and rail arrangements can change — always check before travelling.