Here’s a detailed guide to traveling from London’s airports to Pimlico or Victoria including the fastest, cheapest, and most convenient options for your guests:

 

1. Heathrow Airport (LHR) ➔ Pimlico/Victoria

- Heathrow Express

- Route: Direct train to Paddington Station(15 mins), then take the Circle/District Line(Tube) to Victoria (10 mins).  

  - Cost: £25–35 (Heathrow Express) + Tube fare (£2.80).  

  - Best for: Speed and comfort.  

 

- Elizabeth Line (TfL Rail)

  - Route: Train to Paddington Station (30 mins), then Circle/District Line to Victoria.  

  - Cost: £12 (peak) / £10 (off-peak) + Tube fare.  

  - Best for: Budget-friendly and direct.  

 

- Tube (Piccadilly Line)

  - Route: Piccadilly Line to Green Park, switch to Victoria Line to Victoria (total ~50 mins).  

  - Cost: £6 (off-peak with Oyster/contactless).  

  - Best for: Cheap option (but slower).  

 

- Taxi/Uber

  - Time: 40–60 mins (traffic-dependent).  

  - Cost: £50–70.  

  - Best for: Groups or late-night arrivals.  

 

2. Gatwick Airport (LGW) ➔ Victoria

- Gatwick Express

  - Route: Direct train to Victoria Station (30 mins).  

  - Cost: £20 (advance) / £35 (walk-up).  

  - Best for: Fastest option.  

 

- Thameslink Train

  - Route: Train to London Bridge or Blackfriars, then Tube (Northern Line to Waterloo + Victoria Line to Victoria).  

  - Cost: £10–15.  

  - Best for: Cheaper alternative to Gatwick Express.  

 

- National Express/easyBus

  - Route: Direct bus to Victoria Coach Station (1–1.5 hrs).  

  - Cost: £5–15.  

  - Best for: Budget travelers.  

 

- Taxi/Uber  

  - Time: 1–1.5 hrs.  

  - Cost: £80–100.  

 

3. Stansted Airport (STN) ➔ Pimlico/Victoria

- Stansted Express

  - Route:  Train to Liverpool Street Station (45 mins), then Tube (Central Line to Oxford Circus + Victoria Line to Victoria).  

  - Cost: £20 (advance) / £25 (walk-up).  

 

- National Express/Airport Bus

  - Route: Bus to Victoria Coach Station (1.5–2 hrs).  

  - Cost: £10–20.  

 

- Taxi/Uber

  - Time: 1–1.5 hrs.  

  - Cost: £80–100 (not recommended due to distance).  

 

4. Luton Airport (LTN) ➔ Victoria

- Thames link Train

  - Router: Shuttle bus to Luton Airport Parkway then train to St Pancras (30 mins). Switch to Victoria Line to Victoria.  

  - Cost: £15–20.  

 

- Green Line Bus 757

  - Route: Direct bus to Victoria Coach Station (1.5–2 hrs).  

  - Cost: £10–15.  

 

- Taxi/Uber

  - Time : 1–1.5 hrs.  

  - Cost: £70–90.  

 

General Tips

1. Oyster/Contactless: Use for all trains/Tubes/buses (daily fare caps save money) except for the train  to Stansted Airport, ticket must be purchase in advance through the ticket machine or website. 

2. Book Train Tickets Early: Save 50% on Gatwick/Heathrow Express with advance tickets.  

3. Avoid Rush Hour: Trains/Tubes get very crowded 7:30–9:30 AM and 5–7 PM.  

4. Luggage: Trains/buses have limited space; taxis are easier for large groups.  

 

Quick Summary Table

 

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