The Most Convenient Airports to Get to from Woking, UK: Travel Options and Times

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Woking boasts excellent transportation links making it convenient to access several major airports in the region. Whether you’re jetting off for business or leisure, here’s a guide to the most convenient airports to reach from Woking, along with the best travel options and approximate travel times.

Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Travel Options:

RailAir Coach

Coach is one of the most convenient options for getting to and from Heathrow. The RA2 route has 3 stops within Woking including centrally at Woking Railway Station, and stops at Terminal 2, Terminal 3 and Terminal 5.

The service runs approximately every 30 minutes between 2:30am and midnight 7 days a week. Prices at time of writing are £9.50 for an adult single and £17.50 for an adult 30-day flexible return. Journey time is approximately 30-60 minutes depending on traffic and terminal.

For a complete timetable and booking: https://www.railair.com/

Car

Take the M25 Northbound and all terminals are well signposted.

Journey time is approximately 25-45 minutes depending on traffic and terminal. Do consider the time of day and the likely traffic conditions.

Heathrow terminals are just within the new ULEZ zone so check whether your vehicle meets the ULEZ emissions standards. If you have a diesel car that was manufactured in 2016 or earlier or any a petrol car manufactured in 2005 or earlier this is especially worth checking. If it does not will have to pay a £12.50 daily charge. More information is available at: https://tfl.gov.uk/modes/driving/ultra-low-emission-zone

Parking

Parking options provided by Heathrow Airport: https://www.heathrow.com/transport-and-directions/heathrow-parking

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Taxi

Taxi and private hire companies have rates £45-60 and allow booking in advance.

Ride hailing services such as Uber, Lyft, Bolt usually costs £25-30 but surge pricing can cause this to increase significantly at busy periods.

Train

While it is possible to get the train to Heathrow it’s unlikely to be the best option as in almost all circumstances the RailAir Coach is going to be quicker and more convenient.

To get to Heathrow by train from Woking Station take:

  • South Western Railway to London Waterloo
  • London Underground (Bakerloo Line) to Paddington.
  • Heathrow Express to Heathrow (2&3 or 5).

Journey time is approximately 1hr30m – 1hr45m.

It’s also possible to transfer at Waterloo to a variety of stations on the Piccadilly or Jubilee Lines which also service Heathrow, but these options are usually slower.

Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Travel Options:

  • Train: Direct trains from Woking to Gatwick Airport via Guildford or via Clapham Junction.
  • Car/Taxi: Drive via M25 and M23 motorways.

Approximate Travel Times:

  • Train: Approximately 45-60 minutes.
  • Car/Taxi: Around 45-60 minutes, depending on traffic.

Luton Airport (LTN)

Travel Options:

  • Train: Take a South Western Railway train from Woking to London St Pancras, then transfer to a Thameslink train to Luton Airport Parkway, followed by a shuttle bus to the airport.
  • Car/Taxi: Drive via M25 and M1 motorways.

Approximate Travel Times:

  • Train: Approximately 90-120 minutes.
  • Car/Taxi: Around 60-90 minutes, depending on traffic.

Stansted Airport (STN)

Travel Options:

  • Train: Take a South Western Railway train from Woking to London Liverpool Street, then transfer to the Stansted Express.
  • Car/Taxi: Drive via M25 and M11 motorways.

Approximate Travel Times:

  • Train: Approximately 120-150 minutes.
  • Car/Taxi: Around 75-100 minutes, depending on traffic.

Tips for a Smooth Journey

  1. Plan Ahead: Check the schedules and routes in advance to ensure smooth transfers, especially if traveling by public transport.
  2. Allow Extra Time: Factor in potential delays, especially during peak hours or bad weather.
  3. Book Tickets in Advance: Purchasing train or coach tickets ahead of time can save you money and guarantee your seat.
  4. Consider Traffic: If driving, use a GPS app to check real-time traffic conditions and choose the quickest route.