Hotels near Heathrow Express Paddington

Looking for a hotel with easy access to Heathrow Airport without staying out by the airport?

Mitre House Hotel is a family-run hotel in Paddington, approximately a five-minute walk from Paddington Station. From there, guests can travel directly to Heathrow Airport by Heathrow Express or the Elizabeth line.

The Heathrow Express travels from Paddington to Heathrow Central in around 15 minutes, with additional time for Terminal 5, and runs every 15 minutes. The Elizabeth line also connects Paddington with Heathrow, with journeys taking around 28 minutes and services to all terminals.

Why stay near Paddington for Heathrow Airport?

Staying near Paddington gives you direct airport access while keeping you in central London. Instead of spending your final night beside a runway, you can stay close to Hyde Park, Lancaster Gate, Kensington Gardens and the West End — then travel straight to Heathrow the next morning.

Heathrow Express from Paddington

The Heathrow Express is the fastest rail link between central London and Heathrow, with trains from Paddington to Heathrow Central taking around 15 minutes. Terminal 5 takes slightly longer.

Elizabeth line to Heathrow

The Elizabeth line is usually cheaper than Heathrow Express and also runs directly between Paddington and Heathrow. TfL states that journeys between Paddington and Heathrow take around 28 minutes, with trains serving Terminals 2 & 3, Terminal 4 and Terminal 5.

Why choose Mitre House Hotel?

• Around five minutes’ walk to Paddington Station
• Breakfast included
• Free on-site parking, subject to availability
• Free luggage storage until 8pm on departure day
• 24-hour reception
• Easy access to Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens and central London

We are not located inside Heathrow Airport — and that is rather the point. Mitre House Hotel gives guests the convenience of fast airport access while still staying in central London.

Travelling to Mitre House Hotel from Other London Airports

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From London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Fastest Route
Take the Gatwick Express or a Thameslink train to London.
Change at Farringdon (Elizabeth/ Hammersmith & City/Circle/ Thameslink lines) or London Victoria (Circle Line) for Paddington Station.
Total journey time: approximately 55–65 minutes.

Most Cost-Effective Route
Thameslink service to Farringdon.
Change to the Elizabeth Line for Paddington.
Usually cheaper than Gatwick Express while offering a similar journey time.

Distance to Hotel
Mitre House Hotel is a 5-minute walk from Paddington Station.

Travel Tip
We recommend using the Citymapper app  during your stay in London. It provides real-time public transport information and can help you find the quickest route to and from all London airports, attractions, and transport hubs.

Please note
Mitre House Hotel does not operate or arrange shuttle buses from Gatwick Airport

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From London Luton Airport (LTN)

Fastest Route
Take the DART shuttle from the airport to Luton Airport Parkway station.
Thameslink train to Farringdon.
Elizabeth Line or Underground connection to Paddington.
Typical journey time: 60–75 minutes.

Most Cost-Effective Route
Thameslink services via Farringdon generally offer the best balance of price and journey time.

Distance to Hotel
Mitre House Hotel is approximately a 5-minute walk from Paddington Station

Travel Tip
We recommend using the Citymapper app during your stay in London. It provides real-time public transport information and can help you find the quickest route to and from all London airports, attractions, and transport hubs.


Please Note:
Mitre House Hotel does not operate or arrange shuttle buses from Luton Airport

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From London City Airport (LCY)

Fastest Route
Take the DLR to Custom House.
Change to the Elizabeth Line for Paddington.
Total journey time: approximately 35–45 minutes.

Most Cost-Effective Route
The same DLR and Elizabeth Line route is usually both the fastest and most economical public transport option.

Distance to Hotel
Mitre House Hotel is approximately a 5-minute walk from Paddington Station

Travel Tip
We recommend using the Citymapper app during your stay in London. It provides real-time public transport information and can help you find the quickest route to and from all London airports, attractions, and transport hubs.

Please Note
Mitre House Hotel does not operate or arrange shuttle buses from London City Airport

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From London Stansted Airport (STN)

Fastest Route
Take the Stansted Express to Liverpool Street, then change to the Elizabeth Line to Paddington.
Approximate journey time: 70–80 minutes.

Most Cost-Effective Route
Take a National Express coach to Central London, then continue by Underground or bus to Paddington. This is usually cheaper, but slower.

Please note
Mitre House Hotel does not operate or arrange shuttle buses from Stansted Airport.

Travel Tip
We recommend using the Citymapper app during your stay in London. It provides real-time public transport information and can help you find the quickest route to and from all London airports, attractions, and transport hubs.