Heathrow Terminal 5 by cycle

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Heathrow Terminal 5 by cycle

Cycle routes

By Bicycle Heathrow can be reached by bike via a network of cycle paths. New paths have been created for Terminal 5 along the Western Perimeter and Colne Valley.

If you want to ride into central London you can plan a cycle-only route using the Transport for London journey planner. It's possible to use the Grand Union Canal towpath for much of the ride to Paddington (which takes just over 90 minutes).

View map of Heathrow cycle paths (247KB PDF)

Cycle parking

Cyclists can use the free cycle parking facilities at either end of Heathrow Terminal 5.

Bikes can also be safely stored in the left baggage office in the terminal for up to 90 days.

Please note that for security reasons, bicycles will be removed if not parked in the designated areas.

View map of Heathrow cycle parks (247KB PDF)

Taking your bike on public transportTaking your bike on public transport Heathrow Express/Heathrow Connect

Some space is available on trains for cycles being taken on to a flight, but space is limited at peak times. Bicycles can also be taken free of charge between Heathrow terminals, even if you are not taking your cycle on a flight. Cycles are carried provided it is safe to do so – at peak periods you may need to arrive on the platform earlier. For more information contact Heathrow Express on 0845 600 1515 or Heathrow Connect on 0845 678 6975.

Underground

Folded bicycles can be taken free of charge on all sections of the network at all times. Non-folding bicycles can be taken free of charge on some sections of the network outside peak times (07:30 - 09:30 and 16:00 - 19:00, Monday to Friday, except for public holidays).

On the Piccadilly Line, non-folding bicycles are allowed outside peak times in either direction between: Barons Court and Hounslow West/Uxbridge Cockfosters and Oakwood.

You cannot take non-folding bicycles on moving escalators at any underground station. For more information contact London Underground on 0207 222 1234 or visit the Transport for London website.

South West Trains

Bicycles can be carried from 09:45 - 16:30, and after 18:30. Bicycles can be carried free of charge on most services without pre-booking. Please check with South West Trains for exceptions. Bicycles are not allowed on rail-link buses or substitute buses. Folding bikes can be taken on any service free of charge. South West Trains also offer racking facilities. For more information contact South West Trains on 0845 600 0650 (UK only).

Coaches

Some coach companies will carry cycles depending on space – please check with operators for further information.