Getting Around London
Find the best way to access the city from anywhere.
London Airport Information
London is served by five major international airports, Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and London City - making it one of the world’s most accessible event destinations. For event planners, this means global attendees can arrive smoothly, with multiple transfer options available to reach hotels and venues across the city.
Heathrow Airport (LHR) – London’s busiest hub and a top choice for international delegates. Heathrow Express gets attendees to Paddington in 15 minutes, the Elizabeth Line connects directly to central business districts in about 35 minutes, and the Piccadilly Line offers a cost-effective option (40–50 minutes).
Gatwick Airport (LGW) – Connected via Gatwick Express (30 minutes to Victoria) and Thameslink services to London Bridge and St Pancras, providing fast access to major venues and hotels.
Stansted & Luton Airports – Budget-friendly hubs for group travel. Both offer express trains and coach services into central London, ideal for large-scale conferences with diverse attendee budgets.
London City Airport (LCY) – Closest airport to Canary Wharf and ExCeL London, this option is convenient for corporate meetings, exhibitions, and incentive events in East London.
Heathrow Airport (LHR) – London’s busiest hub and a top choice for international delegates. Heathrow Express gets attendees to Paddington in 15 minutes, the Elizabeth Line connects directly to central business districts in about 35 minutes, and the Piccadilly Line offers a cost-effective option (40–50 minutes).
Gatwick Airport (LGW) – Connected via Gatwick Express (30 minutes to Victoria) and Thameslink services to London Bridge and St Pancras, providing fast access to major venues and hotels.
Stansted & Luton Airports – Budget-friendly hubs for group travel. Both offer express trains and coach services into central London, ideal for large-scale conferences with diverse attendee budgets.
London City Airport (LCY) – Closest airport to Canary Wharf and ExCeL London, this option is convenient for corporate meetings, exhibitions, and incentive events in East London.
London Train Information
London’s extensive rail system ensures smooth attendee movement between airports, hotels, and venues. For planners, this offers a balance of premium, mid-range, and budget options to suit event needs.
Heathrow Express – Fastest transfer into central London (15 minutes), perfect for VIPs, keynote speakers, and executive-level guests.
Elizabeth Line – Direct links from Heathrow to central and east London. Reliable and affordable, it is ideal for large attendee groups traveling to venues like ExCeL or The O2.
London Underground (Piccadilly Line) – Direct to central London in 40–50 minutes, offering the most budget-conscious option for delegates.
National Rail Services – Gatwick Express, Stansted Express, and Luton Airport Express connect directly to city stations near major event venues and accommodation.
Heathrow Express – Fastest transfer into central London (15 minutes), perfect for VIPs, keynote speakers, and executive-level guests.
Elizabeth Line – Direct links from Heathrow to central and east London. Reliable and affordable, it is ideal for large attendee groups traveling to venues like ExCeL or The O2.
London Underground (Piccadilly Line) – Direct to central London in 40–50 minutes, offering the most budget-conscious option for delegates.
National Rail Services – Gatwick Express, Stansted Express, and Luton Airport Express connect directly to city stations near major event venues and accommodation.
London Ground Information
From group transfers to VIP arrangements, London provides diverse ground transport solutions to ensure attendees move efficiently between airports, hotels, and meeting venues.
Private Transfers & Chauffeurs – Professional services with congestion/ULEZ fees included, ideal for executives and high-profile event guests.
Black Cabs & Ride-Hailing Apps – London’s iconic taxis provide reliability, while Uber and Bolt add flexibility for staggered arrivals.
Coaches & Group Transfers – Cost-effective for conferences and large events. Options include National Express airport routes or private coach hire for direct hotel-to-venue transport.
Public Transport & Sustainability – Buses, Underground, and DLR lines connect across the city, helping planners design eco-friendly attendee travel strategies.
Private Transfers & Chauffeurs – Professional services with congestion/ULEZ fees included, ideal for executives and high-profile event guests.
Black Cabs & Ride-Hailing Apps – London’s iconic taxis provide reliability, while Uber and Bolt add flexibility for staggered arrivals.
Coaches & Group Transfers – Cost-effective for conferences and large events. Options include National Express airport routes or private coach hire for direct hotel-to-venue transport.
Public Transport & Sustainability – Buses, Underground, and DLR lines connect across the city, helping planners design eco-friendly attendee travel strategies.
London Public Transportation Information
London's iconic double-decker buses are an easy, quick, and cheap way to travel around the city, providing several sightseeing opportunities along the way. These buses command about 8,000 vehicles covering 700 routes, making it one of the biggest bus systems in the world. About 1.5 million passengers ride the buses each year. The electronic Oyster Cards, used on other Transport for London transportation, can be used on the buses.
London River Services operate commuter journeys along the River Thames. With a network of 29 piers, the service is used by more than 2,000 passengers every day and approximately three million people a year. The river service connects with the rest of public transport network such as the Tube and buses. River buses run on a timetable, with more frequent services during peak rush hours. Fares vary based on the pier and many operators provide discounted fares to people traveling with Travelcard.
Rental Cars
Rental car companies are numerous and most service all London airports. Common companies include Hertz, Avis, Europcar, Easycar, and Enterprise. Premium rental cars can be arranged to allow passengers to enjoy several sensational destinations in the city at their own pace.
Taxis
Hackney Carriages are the only official licensed black cabs to shuttle visitors around the city in one of 21,000 vehicles. The taxis can be hailed in the street, and guests will immediately spot the yellow "hire" light that is situated on top of the vehicles. Rates are based on time of day, the distance covered, and the speed of the taxi.
London River Services operate commuter journeys along the River Thames. With a network of 29 piers, the service is used by more than 2,000 passengers every day and approximately three million people a year. The river service connects with the rest of public transport network such as the Tube and buses. River buses run on a timetable, with more frequent services during peak rush hours. Fares vary based on the pier and many operators provide discounted fares to people traveling with Travelcard.
Rental Cars
Rental car companies are numerous and most service all London airports. Common companies include Hertz, Avis, Europcar, Easycar, and Enterprise. Premium rental cars can be arranged to allow passengers to enjoy several sensational destinations in the city at their own pace.
Taxis
Hackney Carriages are the only official licensed black cabs to shuttle visitors around the city in one of 21,000 vehicles. The taxis can be hailed in the street, and guests will immediately spot the yellow "hire" light that is situated on top of the vehicles. Rates are based on time of day, the distance covered, and the speed of the taxi.
