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FlixBus offers coach journeys from or to Heathrow Airport starting at £7.99. However, keep in mind that the price may differ based on your departure location, when you book, and any available discounts or promotions. To secure the most affordable rates, consider booking in advance.

Paying for your coach ticket from or to Heathrow Airport is easy with FlixBus. You can use various methods like payment cards, Paypal, and Google Pay. Once you're at the payment stage during booking, all options will be visible. If you face any issues, our help section about payments is there to guide you.

Getting a coach ticket from or to Heathrow Airport is straightforward with FlixBus. You can book directly on this website or use the free FlixBus App for a seamless experience. During the booking process, you can also opt to reserve a specific seat and choose the CO₂ compensation option to offset your carbon emissions. If it fits your plans, overnight coaches might save you accommodation costs.

Heathrow Airport boasts 2 coach stops. To view their exact locations, check out this map.

When you travel from or to Heathrow Airport with FlixBus, you're entitled to one piece of hand luggage and one checked bag at no extra charge. Specific dimensions are provided for hand luggage 30x42x18 cm, up to 7kg, and checked luggage 50x80x30 cm, up to 20 kg. If you have special items or a bicycle, there are guidelines and potential fees you should be aware of. Check here for detailed luggage information and here for bike-related details.

On your journey from or to Heathrow Airport, FlixBus ensures your comfort with features like extra leg space, electrical outlets at seats, and on-board restrooms. Plus, most coaches come equipped with free Wi-Fi, so you can stay connected during your trip. Remember to bring your devices as you'll be able to charge them.

Yes, you can. When booking your coach journey from or to Heathrow Airport, you'll have the opportunity to reserve a particular seat. Depending on availability, options range from seats with better views to ones with tables or even beds. For a detailed overview and associated costs, visit our seat reservation page .

Absolutely. FlixBus ensures that all coaches travelling from or to Heathrow Airport are equipped to accommodate passengers with reduced mobility. Our goal is to provide a comfortable and inclusive travel experience for everyone. Also, service animals are welcome on all our coaches.

Yes, for coach trips from or to Heathrow Airport, children under 15 enjoy discounted fares. FlixBus automatically calculates the best rate, considering all available discounts. If there's a promotional fare lower than the standard child fare, that price will be applied. For detailed information, see our child travel and seating policy . And good news for parents: foldable strollers can be brought on board for free.

Once you've booked your ticket online for a journey from or to Heathrow Airport, you'll receive an email containing a PDF booking confirmation. This document has a QR code which acts as your ticket. If you've booked via the FlixBus App, your ticket will be saved there. Simply show the digital QR code to the driver when boarding.

If you need to adjust or cancel your coach trip from or to Heathrow Airport, FlixBus allows you to do so up to 15 minutes before departure. For the specifics on how to go about it, refer to our cancellation policy and booking modification guide .

Definitely! FlixBus offers a Real-Time Coach Tracker which allows you to monitor your coach's progress when travelling from or to Heathrow Airport.

Information about Heathrow Airport

Heathrow Airport, located in the outskirts of London, stands as one of the United Kingdom's principal airports. It houses four operative terminals: Terminal 2, Terminal 3, Terminal 4, and Terminal 5. Each terminal serves a variety of flights, from long-haul and intercontinental to low-cost and charter, and is equipped with an array of amenities. These include restaurants, shops, currency exchange counters, and car rental services, designed to meet the diverse needs of every traveller.

Prominent airlines operating from Heathrow Airport include British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, and Emirates. These airlines offer connections to a plethora of destinations worldwide, establishing Heathrow as a significant hub for both domestic and international travel.

Regarding security checks, passengers are recommended to arrive at the airport at least two hours before a domestic flight and three hours before an international flight. This ensures ample time for check-in procedures, baggage drop-off, and to clear security checks without any hassle.

For travellers pondering on how to reach Heathrow Airport, FlixBus offers exceptional and affordable connections. The FlixBus airport bus service stands as a cost-effective and convenient option for reaching the airport. With numerous departures daily, FlixBus proves to be the ideal solution for stress-free travel to the airport.

Remember, allocating the right amount of time at the airport is essential to begin your journey in a tranquil and relaxed manner. We wish you a pleasant journey!

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FlixBus has the lowest-fare tickets to Heathrow Airport. There are 77 destinations in United Kingdom, and you can travel to many other countries , so no matter where you're travelling from, we can get you to Heathrow Airport. It couldn't be easier to book a bus ticket to Heathrow Airport with FlixBus. Tickets to Heathrow Airport start from only £7.99 , subject to availability. Always book in advance and travel off-peak if you can . Don't forget to download the FlixBus App to find the best deals, manage your bookings, and get up-to-date information about your trip. With the app, you don't need to print your ticket you can show your e-ticket to the driver.

Why travel from or to Heathrow Airport with FlixBus

Getting to or departing from Heathrow Airport with FlixBus couldn't be easier! With 21 routes connecting Heathrow Airport, finding your way will be faster than saying Flix. You can book a trip from or to Heathrow Airport at our shops or purchase your ticket on board. If you want to do it digitally, you can book your trip on our website or with the FlixBus App . You can pay for your tickets with credit card, PayPal, or Google Pay . When you choose FlixBus, you're choosing to travel from or to Heathrow Airport in one of the most environmentally-friendly ways, helping reduce traffic-related emissions, and you can support our sustainability vision even further by offsetting your CO₂ emissions when booking your trip.

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Ready to book your trip to Heathrow Airport? Don't forget to reserve your seat in advance for the best travel experience! Subject to availability, you can choose from a classic, table, or panorama seat or book an additional seat beside yours if you want the extra space. You can also bring a hand luggage and check-in luggage , free of charge. Once aboard, all you have to do is sit back and relax with our free onboard Wi-Fi , the extra legroom, power outlets, and toilets.

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Terminal 2 & 3: Coaches arrive and depart from the  Heathrow Central Bus Station .

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Taking the coach to heathrow.

Our Heathrow coach services get you as close as possible to most Heathrow terminals, making your check-in and return as easy as possible. Please check which terminal you’re flying out of, or arriving into, to use the closest stop to you:

Terminals 2 and 3 Our coaches arrive and depart from the Central Bus Station which is only a 5 minute walk from the terminal buildings via the lift, escalators and travelators.

Terminal 4 Our coaches use stops 13 and 14 right outside the terminal building at arrivals level. Free transfers to the Central Bus Station and Terminal 5 can be made at stop 7 outside arrivals.

Terminal 5 Our coaches use stops 11 - 15, right outside the terminal building at arrivals level.

Free travel connections between terminals

Take advantage of free connection services between all Heathrow Airport terminals on our coaches or by travelling on Heathrow Connect and Heathrow Express train services.

To ensure a stress-free travel experience we recommend you get to the airport   at least 3 hours before your scheduled flight departure time . There are plenty of things to keep you occupied at the airport including - restaurants, bars, retail shops and currency exchanges.

For more information on Heathrow's facilities, visit the   Heathrow Airport Website .

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Simply add the 'Change & Go' option to your ticket in the Add Extras section of the booking process.

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If your return date is not yet known, open return tickets provide flexibility. When travelling within the UK, the return journey can be made within 3 months of the outward date of travel. To guarantee your seat on your return journey you need to confirm your ticket before you travel by visiting www.nationalexpress.com/en/help/tickets/open-returns or call us on 03717 81 81 81. Lines open 7 days a week, 8am - 8pm (calls to this number are charged at local rate). Valid on any day throughout the year.

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The address of Heathrow Airport (LHR) Terminal 5 is Heathrow Airport London T5 (Lhr) Longford, Hounslow TW6 2GA UK. View this Heathrow bus stop location on a map.

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How To Get Between Terminals at London Heathrow Airport [LHR]

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London Heathrow Airport Layout

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London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is one of the busiest airports in the world, transporting over 80 million passengers in 2019 and over 19 million in 2021. As a major connection hub for flights all over Europe, LHR has implemented efficient processes and transportation for airside flight connections.

Although you can only walk between Terminals 2 and 3, it’s quite easy to get between the other terminals by hopping on several free train services, one of which is the London Underground subway system, so it is convenient for passengers looking to travel to/from London.

Terminals 2 and 5 are the most modern and recently built terminals with satellite terminals to accommodate larger planes and to reduce congestion within the main terminal buildings.

Other than Terminals 2 and 3, LHR’s terminals are spread apart from one another.

Terminals 4 and 5 are the edge of the airport’s perimeter; whereas, Terminals 2 and 3 are situated between the 2 runways. Since there is only an underground tunnel for road traffic, making connections by the free bus, pre-security, can be a slow process. Thankfully, you can connect between terminals with the good underground train systems as a preferred alternative.

For passengers making a connecting flight , there is also the option of connecting by airside bus, and these routes are detailed in the map above as detailed by the thin grey lines running between terminals.

Hot Tip: The British Airways Digital Wayfinding app debuted as a trial for LHR transit passengers in June 2023.

LHR Ground Transportation Pre-security/Landside

If you are taking an onward flight without an official flight connection, then you may need to travel between terminals outside of the secured area. Depending on which terminals you are traveling between, there are several ways of getting around LHR.

The map above shows free travel routes around the airport with the dark blue and purple lines representing the train routes running between the terminals and the dotted line showing the out-of-hours bus route.

Passengers have the option to travel via a shuttle train, with 2 departures an hour to Terminal 4 and 4 departures an hour to Terminal 5, or by riding the regular London Underground trains that connect the terminals along with onward travel to London. Both options are free with the shuttle train requiring an inter-terminal transfer ticket that is available inside the station, or by tapping in using an Oyster card or contactless credit/debit card. This doesn’t incur a charge; it’s just the method used to track entry and exit points.

The Heathrow Central station serves Terminals 2 and 3 with Terminals 4 and 5 having their own stations. From the Heathrow Central Station, again serving Terminals 2 and 3, it takes 16 to 20 minutes to travel by train to Terminals 4 or 5 accounting for walking time in and around the stations and waiting time.

Hot Tip: London Underground trains are free when using an Oyster card or contactless credit/debit card within the free zones indicated above. If you leave these zones, then you will incur a charge.

Passengers traveling between terminals from 3 a.m. to 5 a.m. will need to ride the out-of-hours free bus route H30 which runs every 20 minutes.

• From Hatton Cross
• From Terminal 4, bus stop 10 or 11
• From Terminal 5, bus stop 12
• From the Heathrow Central Bus Station (Terminals 2 and 3), bus stop 20

Terminals 2 and 3 are situated quite close together, and it is possible to walk between these 2 terminals via a pedestrian underpass. It takes around 10 minutes to walk between the terminals with moving walkways available to use.

From Terminal 2, follow the signs to Terminal 3 by taking the elevator or escalator down to level -1, walking through the pedestrian underpass (bypassing the London Underground station), and following the walkway around.

From Terminal 3 ground check-in level, take the stairs near the Virgin Atlantic check-in desks or the elevator/escalator located opposite zone D down to level -1. From here, you can walk through the pedestrian underpass to Terminal 2 with the route well signposted.

For multi-leg flights booked with flight connections, you should be able to remain airside to travel to the departure terminal for your onward flight. Once you have disembarked your first flight at LHR, follow the signs for flight connections where a shuttle bus will transfer you to your connecting terminal. Buses depart every 6 to 10 minutes.

Hot Tip: LHR states that there are a few airlines that are unable to transfer luggage for flight connections, so check with your airline whether you will need to collect your bags and re-check-in for your connection. 

Layout of LHR Terminals

Terminal 2 (T2) is the smallest terminal, split across multiple levels and zones. Mostly European flights operate from T2 with some long-haul international flights also operating in the terminal.

Level 5: Check-in

The check-in area is located on level 5 accessible directly from the T2 parking lot, or if you’re arriving by bus, taxi, or private drop-off, then you will need to take the escalator/elevator from level 0 to level 5 departures.

If you’re connecting to T2, then you likely wouldn’t need to pass through the check-in area as you would arrive airside on the flight connections bus.

Level 5: Departures

Once you’ve passed through the main security checkpoint, you’ll emerge into the level 5 departures area where there are shops, restaurants, and the Aer Lingus and Lufthansa lounges. The gates are not accessible from this level.

Level 4: Departures — A Gates

From level 5 departures, take the stairs, escalator, or elevator to level 4 departures for access to the A gates and onward access to B gates. Level 4 departures has 11 gates numbered A16 to A26, with the furthest gate approximately 500 meters from security or about a 5-minute walk.

More shops and restaurants are located on this level, along with the Plaza Premium Lounge and entry point for T2 connections.

Terminal 2B: B Gates

If your flight is departing from one of the B gates, then you will need to follow the signs for these gates, taking a left at gate A16. Take the escalator/elevator to level -2 and walk through the underground tunnel with moving walkways, before heading back up using the escalator/elevator to B gates level 1.

B gates are half a mile (800 meters) from security and take around 20 minutes to walk to from security. Terminal 2B has 16 gates numbered B31 to B36, B38, B39, B41 to B44, and B46 to B49.

Level 1: Arrivals

If arriving on an international flight, then you will need to clear immigration on level 1 and claim your bags if necessary. Once you’ve cleared customs, you will emerge into the arrivals area for passengers and non-passengers.

There are a few shops and cafes on this level, as well as the United Arrivals Lounge and Plaza Premium Lounge.

Ground Floor: Arrivals — Onward Travel

From level 1 arrivals, take the stairs, escalator, or elevator to level 0 where you can access onward travel options such as buses and taxis, or continue to level -1 for the walkway to London Underground services and Terminal 3.

Terminal 3 (T3) is located next to Terminal 2, and they are the only 2 terminals connected via a walkway. T3 operates mostly long-haul international routes, along with some European flights. The facilities at T3 are spread across a few floors so there can be quite a bit of walking involved to get around.

Ground Floor: Check-in

From curbside drop-off or via public transportation, you will arrive on the ground level and walk straight into the check-in area at T3. Use the boards to find the applicable check-in zone for your airline, and once you’re all checked in you can proceed upstairs to level 1 upper departures.

Level 1: Departures

This level has a zone outside of the secure area before clearing security. There are some shops and restaurants in this area, along with the Regus Express Business Lounge and Virgin Atlantic Upper Class Wing for expedited check-in.

Level 1: Departure Lounge

Once you have cleared the security checkpoint, you will arrive into the level 1 departures lounge where there is a huge variety of shops, bars, and restaurants.

The Departure lounge is also home to the American Admirals Club , Qantas London Lounge, British Airways Galleries Lounge, Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse, and Emirates Lounge.

T3 has 29 gates, split across 3 areas.

Level 1: Gates 1 to 11

Gates numbered 1, 3, 3a, 5, 5a, 7, 9, and 11 are located to the left as you enter the departures lounge and are about a 10-minute walk from security. Apart from a Caffè Nero, there are no other shops or restaurants located in this gate area.

Level 1: Gates 13 to 22

Gates 13 to 22 are located straight ahead as you enter the departure lounge and getting to your gate can be up to a 20-minute walk. From the departure lounge, take the corridor (with moving walkways) located near the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse. When you reach the end, gates 13 and 16 are to the left and gates 17 to 22 are to the right.

Gates 23 to 32, 34 to 36, 40, and 42 are located to the right. Gates 25 to 29 are up to a 10-minute walk and gates 30 to 42 are up to a 20-minute walk. Only a Caffè Nero and WHSmith are located at the far end of the gate area, so be sure to grab a bite or do any shopping in the departure lounge before heading to your gate.

Ground Floor: Arrivals

The arrivals area is located on the same level as check-in on the ground floor but is located in the north part of the terminal. Once you come through passport control, you’ll take the stairs or elevator/escalator to the ground level and baggage claim.

There are several shops and restaurants located outside of the secure area, along with access to onward travel.

Ground Floor — Arrivals (Onward Travel)

From the arrivals area, you can make your way to level -1 to walk through an underground walkway to London Underground train services or exit the terminal on the ground level for buses, taxis, and curbside pick-up.

Terminal 4 (T4) is located at the south end of the airport and is not connected to another terminal with any direct walkways. Passengers must travel from T4 to other terminals via the airside connection bus or outside of the secure area by train or bus. T4 serves a combination of long- and short-haul international flights.

Level 2 and Mezzanine: Check-in

T4 check-in is located on the top level (level 2) with curbside pick-up and drop-off located outside of the terminal on the same level. The security checkpoint is located in the middle of the check-in zones.

Level 2: Departure Gates

Once you’ve cleared security, you arrive at the departures lounge on the same level. T4 has 29 gates numbered 1A-C, 2, 3, 5, 5A-B, 6A-B, 7 to 9, 10A-B, 11A-B, 12, 14 to 17, and 19 to 25. Gates are 650 feet to a quarter of a mile (200 to 400 meters) from security and take 5 to 10 minutes to walk to.

Gates 7 to 9 are directly ahead after clearing security, gates 1C to 6 are to the left, gates 9 to 21 are to the right, and gates 22 to 25 are to the right and through a long connector tunnel with moving walkways.

Ground Floor and Mezzanine: Arrivals

When arriving on a flight into T4, you will pass through immigration on the level 1 mezzanine before continuing to the ground-level arrivals area to collect any luggage and clear customs.

There are a few shops and cafes in the arrivals hall, and you have access to ground transportation outside of the terminal on this level.

Outside of the arrivals hall are the pick-up areas for shuttle services, taxis, and buses. To catch the London Underground or a train to another terminal, then you need to make your way to level -1 where the stations are situated.

Terminal 5 (T5) is the largest and busiest of the 4 terminals at LHR and is used exclusively by British Airways. Facilities are split across 8 levels, including underground walkways and ground transportation services.

T5 consists of the main terminal building and 2 satellite terminals, 5B and 5C, connected by a walkway or transit train.

Level 3: Check-in and Departures 

The check-in area is located on level 3 and is on the same level as curbside pick-up/drop-off and access to the T5 short-stay parking lot. There are almost 100 check-in kiosks available, in addition to staffed check-in desks, and the 2 security checkpoints are located at either end of the terminal.

Once you have cleared security you will arrive at the level 3 departures lounge, where there are several shops and restaurants. The British Airways Concorde Room, Galleries Lounge , and First Class Lounge are also located on this level.

level 2: Departures — Gates A1 to A23

To reach the departure gates, take the stairs or elevator/escalator to level 2 where you will have access to the A gates and onward access to the B and C gates.

The A gates are numbered A1 to A3, A5 to A9, and A11 to A23 with the lower numbered gates located at the north end of the terminal and the higher numbered gates at the south. A gates are around 0.25 miles (400 meters) from security and are about a 10-minute walk. There are more shops (including duty-free), restaurants, and the Plaza Premium Lounge on this level.

Terminal 5B: Departures — Gates B32 to B48

Terminal 5B is a satellite terminal located between the main terminal building and Terminal 5C. Terminal 5B has gates numbered B32 to B39 and B42 to B48, and a small selection of shops and restaurants.

To reach Terminal 5B, either ride the transit train or walk through the underground passageway with moving walkways; both take around 10 minutes. The train and walkway are situated between gates A14 and A15 in the main building with the walkway on level -4 and the train on level -2.

Once you arrive, gates B32 to B35 and B45 to B48 are located in the north end of the terminal, and gates B36 to B39 and B42 to B44 are located in the south end. There is another British Airways Galleries Lounge in Terminal 5B.

Terminal 5C: Departures — Gates C52 to C66

Terminal 5C is another satellite terminal next to Terminal 5B and the furthest from the main building. To reach Terminal 5C, you can ride the transit train from the main building or use the underground passageway with moving walkways; both are located between gates A14 and A15 in the main terminal building and take around 15 minutes.

Terminal 5C has 12 gates numbered C52 to C57 and C61 to C66 with gates C55 to C57 and C62 to C64 located in the north end of the terminal and gates C52 to C54 and C65 and C66 located in the south end. There are a few shops and cafes within this terminal but significantly fewer than those available in 5B or the main terminal.

When arriving at either of the satellite terminals, the transit train or underground passageways will transport you to where you need to take the escalator/elevator to level 1 for immigration or flight connections. Once you have cleared immigration, you’ll travel back downstairs to the ground-level arrivals area and baggage claim.

There are a few shops and cafes within the arrivals hall, and outside of the terminal is where you will find onward travel services for buses, taxis, and trains (located at level -2.)

In some situations, it may be quicker to walk than ride the train, as the travel time to the station and waiting period may be longer.

• Walking between Terminals 2 and 3: around 10 minutes
• Walking between Terminal 5 main building and the 5B satellite terminal: around 10 minutes
• Walking between Terminal 5 main building and the 5C satellite terminal: around 15 minutes

Connecting between any other terminal requires riding a train or bus. Please refer to the ground transportation section mentioned earlier.

Connecting is easy at LHR with purple “Flight Connections” signs guiding you on arrival. If you’re arriving on an international or domestic flight connecting to an international flight, then you won’t need to clear immigration at LHR. If you’re arriving on an international flight connecting to a domestic flight, then you will need to clear immigration on arrival.

If your luggage is checked through to your final destination, then you won’t need to collect your luggage at LHR. Once you’ve checked the flight connection boards to confirm your onward terminal number, ride the flight connections bus directly there and visit the airline desk if you require an onward boarding card.

All passengers must re-clear security at their connecting terminal before being able to relax in the departures lounge to await their flight.

Hot Tip: LHR has a convenient flight connections guide where you can fill in your flight details to see a step-by-step guide to your connection with estimated journey times.

If you have booked 2 separate tickets, then you would need to clear immigration, collect your baggage, clear customs, and use one of the landside ground transportation methods to travel to your onward terminal to check in as normal.

LHR states that there are a few airlines that are unable to transfer luggage on a flight connection, so make sure you confirm with your airline before you travel.

London Heathrow’s terminals are all accessible to passengers with disabilities, mobility concerns, and wheelchair users. All flight connection buses are available to passengers with reduced mobility, and the shuttle train that travels between terminals is at platform level.

The London Underground stations at all Heathrow terminals have elevator access, and special assistance buses can be found in the forecourt outside of each terminal, available for terminal connections.

Electric buggies are available to transport passengers to and from the departure gates and there are phones located in the terminals, parking lots, and stations for assistance.

Phone Numbers for Assistance

• Short-stay parking lots: +44 (0)20 8757 2700
• Long-stay parking lots: +44 (0)20 8745 4625
• Central bus station: +44 (0)20 8757 2700
• London Underground – All Terminals: +44 (0)20 8757 2700

London Heathrow is a huge airport with large terminals that sometimes do require quite a bit of walking to reach the departure gate. That said, LHR has plenty of moving walkways to make the journey a bit easier. It was even the U.K.’s first airport to have a moving walkway in 1970.

If you’re flying from one of Terminal 5’s satellite terminals, then you can choose to walk or ride the train from the main building; however, it’s a little disappointing that LHR didn’t build a train to its newer Terminal 2 satellite building, which can take up to 20 minutes to walk to a gate!

Without the need to clear immigration, if arriving on an international flight with an onward connection (non-domestic), it’s a pretty slick process with connection buses available airside to take you directly to your next terminal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tube (underground) free between heathrow terminals.

The tube (London Underground) is free between Heathrow terminals. Terminals 4 and 5 have their own underground stations while Terminals 2 and 3 share the same station on the lower level of the central bus station.

What are the different terminals at Heathrow?

London Heathrow has 4 terminals — 2, 3, 4, and 5. Terminal 5 is occupied exclusively by British Airways and the other terminals all operate international flights.

Can I travel between terminals at Heathrow?

You can travel between terminals at London Heathrow. Passengers with flight connections can use the airside connection buses to reach their onward terminal and other passengers can ride the train outside of the secure area.

Is there a shuttle between Heathrow terminals?

There is a free shuttle bus available to transport connecting passengers to their next terminal. Passengers should follow the flight connections signs to reach the departure areas. Any passenger that need to exit the secure area can ride the train for free between terminals using an Oyster card or contactless payment card.

How long does it take to change terminals at Heathrow?

Your connection time will depend on which terminals you’re arriving at and departing from and the form of transport you need to take. Check out London Heathrow’s flight connection planner for estimated times and transport options.

How long does it take to get from Terminal 4 to Terminal 3 at Heathrow?

Getting between Terminals 3 and 4 takes 16 to 20 minutes by train including waiting times, outside of the secure area. It is quicker to use the flight connections buses that depart regularly and run between terminals airside.

How much time do you need between connecting flights at Heathrow?

The time required for a flight connection at Heathrow will depend on which terminals you are connecting from/to. You can use Heathrow’s flight connection planner to see estimated connection times and transportation.

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Terminal 5 offers a seamless airport experience with stylish shops, restaurants and luxurious lounges. Our partners American Airlines and Iberia also both operate from Terminal 5, making connections quick and easy.

Which London airport and terminal?

British Airways flights also operate to and from London Heathrow Terminal 3, as well as London City and London Gatwick airports. 

Flight connections

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Flight status

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The Departures area is located on the top floor of Terminal 5. You must meet the following times to be able to travel:

• Check-in closes  60 minutes  before long-haul flights depart and  45 minutes  before short-haul flights depart.
• Pass through security at least  35 minutes  before your flight departs.
• Be at the boarding gate at least  20 minutes  before your flight departs. See the 'Boarding' section, below.

This three-step process is designed to make your journey through Terminal 5 simple:

• Step 1 : If you don’t already have a boarding pass, collect it from one of our hosted self-service touchpoints.
• Step 2 : If you have a bag to check in, you can tag and drop your bag at one of our hosted self-service bag drops.
• Step 3 : After completing Step 1 and 2, you can proceed straight to security.

The quickest way to check in is online, 24 hours before your flight departs.

• Check in online at Manage My Booking and print your boarding pass.
• Use the British Airways app to check in and download your boarding pass to your mobile device.
• Once at the airport, head straight to the Bag Drop area in Zones B, C and D to check in your bags.

When you need to check in at the airport on the day of departure:

• If you are travelling in a group of more than nine people, please use a check-in kiosk or go to the Group Check-in area in Zone E.
• If your child is travelling alone, please go to the Family Check-in at Zone E. If your child is travelling on a separate booking from you, please go to a check-in desk at Zone F.

Check the information screens to find out which check-in zone you can use for your flight.

The following dedicated check-in desks are available:

If you have baggage to check in, take your bags to a Bag Drop desk. These desks are open at the below times on the day of departure.

Overnight Bag Drop is available if you are travelling on a flight departing before 10:00. You can check in your bags between 16:00 – 22:00 the day before.

You can drop off bags for others travelling with you, but they must be on the same booking and you must bring their passports and all travel documents, including health tests, required for the journey.

Once your baggage has been checked in, we won't be able to retrieve it, so make sure you have everything you need before you check in.

If you are travelling with hand baggage only and you have already checked in, please go straight through security and to the gate. If your hand baggage exceeds your allowance, you may need to check it in, and charges may apply.

Have your baggage collected from your doorstep, securely transported to the airport, and checked-in for your flight, allowing you to travel to the airport luggage-free and head straight to security when you get there. Available for flights departing from Heathrow, Gatwick, Geneva, Zurich and Vienna.

If you're travelling on an intercontinental flight, we need to check your passport and visa before you go through security.

• Baggage to check in : Your passport and visa will be checked at a Bag Drop or Customer Service desk.
• Hand baggage only : Once you have checked in, please go to a passport and visa check desk before going through security. You can find passport and visa desks at North or South Security. You can also scan your passport on one of our self-service touchpoints or speak to an agent.

You must enter airport Security at least 35 minutes before your flight departs.

Fast Track security lanes are available:

• When travelling in First, Club World or Club Europe (plus one guest)
• Executive Club Gold and Silver Members (plus one guest)
• one world Emerald and Sapphire Members (plus one guest)

You can use a dedicated entrance to the left of North Security that offers a more seamless security process and leads directly into the North Fast Track security lanes.

If you are travelling to a UK or Republic of Ireland destination, your digital photograph will be taken at airport security. When boarding the flight, the photograph will be checked. Once checks are complete, all photographs will be deleted.

Gate information at Heathrow airport becomes available shortly before the flight opens. After you clear security, please check the information screens at regular intervals and find out how long it will take you to get to the gate. 

If you use the British Airways app , you will receive gate notifications directly on your mobile.

Finding your gate

Terminal 5 is made up of three buildings: Terminal 5A, Terminal 5B and Terminal 5C. Please check if your flight departs from the main terminal (A gates), B gates or C gates.

It takes approximately 20 minutes to get to B and C gates, so please always ensure your flight is displayed on the screens before leaving the main terminal . Then follow the signs to the transit train or use the moving walkway that offers easy escalator or lift access. The journey time is the same for either option.

You need to be at the gate no later than 20 minutes before the flight departs . If we have your contact details, we will try to contact you when it is about to close, but we can't delay the aircraft's departure to wait for late passengers.

You will notice a group number on your boarding pass, which shows your boarding priority. Please be ready to board the aircraft when your group is called.

If you want to take advantage of pre-boarding or priority boarding, please arrive at the gate early.

Pre-boarding is available when you are:

• Travelling with small children
• Requiring disability or mobility assistance

Priority boarding is available when you are:

• Travelling in First, Club World, Club Europe or World Traveller Plus
• Executive Club Gold, Silver and Bronze Members
• one world Emerald, Sapphire and Ruby Members

If you arrive after your priority group has been called, you can use the priority lane to board at your leisure.

Terminal 5 offers a range of family services and facilities, including exclusive check-in zones just for parents and children, where they can receive Skyflyer activity packs for on-board entertainment. Skyflyer Kids Zones can be found in Terminal 5 Club South, Club North and terminal 5B Club lounges, open daily from 06:00 to 21:00.

Browse a huge range of shops and outlets at the airport, including shopping services such as Reserve & Collect, Collect on Return and more.

Terminal 5 has five elegant departure lounges located in Terminal 5A and Terminal 5B. If your flight departs from Terminal 5C, please use the lounges in Terminal 5A or 5B, ensuring you leave the lounge at least 40 minutes before your departure time so you don't miss your flight.

Temporary routes to airport lounges

At the request of the UK Government, all security scanners at all UK ports are being upgraded. While the works are carried out at Terminal 5, we’ve created temporary routes for you to access the lounges.

• Travelling in BA First Class or American Flagship First : Enter the Concorde Lounge to the right, straight after security.
• Executive Gold or oneworld Emerald members : Proceed down the central escalators opposite Harrods and follow the signs to the BA South Lounges to access the First Lounge.
• Travelling in Club World, Club Europe, Iberia Business or American Flagship Business, or Executive Silver or oneworld Sapphire members : Proceed down the central escalators opposite Harrods and follow the signs to the BA South Lounges. Alternatively, you can use the BA North Lounge on the upper level at the opposite end of the terminal.

London Heathrow is a large airport and for international flights it usually takes about 40 minutes to get to the Arrivals hall.

For a faster journey through the airport, you can use the eGates if you are over the age of 12 and are travelling with an eligible biometric passport from one of the following countries: UK, EU, EEA countries (Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein) and Switzerland, Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea and the United States of America or if a member of the UK Registered Traveller scheme.

If you are coming to the UK for a specific reason, such as short-term study, certain types of work or those travelling with children, you will need to see an officer on arrival.

After Passport Control, follow the yellow signs for 'Arrivals/Baggage Reclaim' and look for your flight on the information screens to see which carousel your bags will arrive on.

Once you have your baggage, you may need to pass through Customs. 

If you're travelling in First or Business (Club World) or are an Executive Club Gold Member travelling on a long-haul flight, please feel free to visit the Galleries Arrivals Lounge.

It is situated on the first floor of the main terminal building (Terminal 5A) and can be accessed using the green lift.  The lounge is open from 05:00 to 14:00. Here, you can freshen up with an invigorating power shower, help yourself to delicious food and drink or prepare for work. Capacity restrictions apply, so you won't be able to bring guests into the Arrivals lounge.

Disability and mobility assistance

If you need additional help for your journey, such as getting through the airport, boarding the aircraft or reaching your onward travel connections, please let us know at least 48 hours before you travel on Manage My Booking and we can arrange this for you with Heathrow airport.

Help points are available:

• Before security: in Departures, Zone E
• After security: in Terminal 5A, opposite Gates A20 and A21. The Lichfield Suite offers additional facilities for travellers with more severe physical or learning disabilities, including a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist and showers. You can request an escort to and from these facilities by contacting us at least 48 hours before you travel.

Wheelchair accessible toilets and induction loops are also available throughout the airport.

Getting to and from the airport

Heathrow Express is the fastest way between Central London and Heathrow Airport, taking just 15 minutes from Terminal 3 and 21 minutes from Terminal 5.

Customers enjoy an excellent on-board experience with complimentary 4G Wi-Fi, a power socket at your seat, dedicated luggage space and easy access.

Children aged 15 and under travel for free on Heathrow Express, making it a family friendly way to get to and from Heathrow from Central London.

Customers holding Business and First tickets can use the Fast Track on departures from any London Heathrow terminal.

Executive Club Members can also collect 5 Avios for every £1 spent on tickets exclusively booked via ba.com.

National Express operates a network of services each day to and from London Heathrow airport. Unlike other coach operators, National Express will take you to the heart of Terminal 5 from towns and cities throughout the UK, making getting to the airport hassle free.

Heathrow to Gatwick coach services run 80 times a day and the journey takes up to an hour.

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London Heathrow airport is on the Piccadilly underground line, which takes you into central London in around 50 minutes. Trains run every few minutes, but not 24 hours.

The Elizabeth underground line operates two trains per hour offering a direct service between Terminal 5 and Shenfield via Stratford.

There are often improvement works taking place, especially at weekends, so always check the service before you travel.

There are several shuttle buses that run between local hotels and London Heathrow terminals. Please check which shuttle bus you need to take for your hotel.

Taxi ranks are signposted once you are in the Arrivals hall, or you can pre-book privately run minicabs.

Terminal 5 is on the Western Perimeter Road and has its own separate access road, reached from junction 14 of the M25 (if you're coming from the M4, exit at junction 4b and follow the M25 south to junction 14). The postcode for satellite navigation is TW6 2GA.

If you are meeting someone from an arriving flight, you must use the Short Stay Car Park. If you are bringing someone to the airport, follow the signs for 'Departures' to drop them off.

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The best ways to get from Heathrow Airport into London

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After a long flight to London’s Heathrow Airport (LHR), you’ll probably want the easiest possible plan to get to the hotel and relax before taking in the United Kingdom capital’s world-renowned landmarks.

Heathrow is in Greater London. It’s roughly 16 miles from Central London, where you’ll find the London Eye, the South Bank of the River Thames, the shopping haven of Covent Garden and the famously frenetic Oxford Street, as well as plenty of luxury and points-friendly hotels.

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There are many ways to reach Central London and elsewhere in the city from Heathrow, including taxis, the Tube, a dedicated train service called Heathrow Express and the new, unmistakably purple Elizabeth Line. The best option to get from Heathrow into London depends on what you’re looking for — a low price, ease, speediness, or ample space for luggage.

Here are the best options for traveling from Heathrow to London, so you can start your trip off on the right foot.

London Underground (aka the Tube)

Heathrow is conveniently located on the Piccadilly Line, one of several Tube lines that make up the London Underground. The popular service — run by Transport for London — connects the airport to plenty of Central London locations. So, you may not have to transfer once you’ve made it to the city center.

Taking the Tube from the airport is likely the cheapest option. However, it may not be the most comfortable if you’re weighed down by myriad heavy suitcases, or you’re traveling during peak commuter hours.

Depart from: Heathrow Terminals 2 and 3, 4 and 5 Underground stations.

Possible destinations: The Piccadilly Line directly serves, among other stops, Hammersmith, Gloucester Road, South Kensington, Hyde Park Corner, Green Park, Piccadilly Circus, Leicester Square, Covent Garden, Holborn and King’s Cross St. Pancras. 

When does it run? Typically you can expect Tubes from all terminals from around 5 p.m. until 11:30 p.m.; nighttime services from Terminals 2 and 3 stations and the Terminal 5 station run on Fridays and Saturdays. Check the timetable here .

Transit time: It depends on where you’re headed, but from Terminal 5, it takes approximately 50 minutes to reach Piccadilly Circus or an hour to reach King’s Cross St. Pancras.

Estimated cost: Single journeys to destinations in Zone 1 (such as Piccadilly and King’s Cross) cost 5.60 British pounds ($7) if you pay contactless or with an Oyster card. Buying a ticket to Central London at a machine will cost around 6.70 British pounds ($8.29) per person. Children under 11 travel free with a fare-paying adult.

If you’re going outside of Zone 1 (such as to Hammersmith, in Zone 2), then you’re looking at a smaller fare of 2.10 British pounds ($2.60) to 3.40 British pounds ($4.21) depending on travel time.

Paying for your trip: To pay for your tube journey or get a ticket, you have several options. The most convenient method is to pay using your contactless card by touching it on the yellow card readers found at Tube entrances or before the platforms.

You can also tap in on the yellow card readers using a prepaid Oyster card. You can buy them at all Tube, Overground and most Elizabeth Line stations for 7 British pounds ($8.69). They’re also available at most newsstands and visitor centers throughout London. Once you’ve purchased your Oyster, you can use the ticket machines inside Underground stations to add money to the card for individual journeys or a daily or weekly travel card covering various Zones.

Note the card readers aren’t always connected to gates and are sometimes free-standing. Keep an eye out for them. If you don’t tap in and out at the start and end of your journey, you’ll get charged for traveling through Zones 1 to 9.

Alternatively, you can buy paper tickets from the ticket machines at each Tube, Overground or DLR station. These tickets allow for one-way and return journeys or daily and weekly travel cards. To use the tickets, insert them in the signposted areas on the gates as you head to the line you’re traveling on.

Some stations will also have a staffed kiosk that you can use instead of ticket machines; you can ask for advice here on the best tickets to buy or routes to take.

Elizabeth Line

Opened in 2022, the Elizabeth Line (also run by TfL) is a swift option for traveling into Central London from LHR. It strikes a nice balance of price and efficiency. While not as cheap as the Tube, the trains are newer, roomier and air-conditioned, and they have Wi-Fi. Like the Heathrow Express, these trains stop in Paddington, but there are other destination options, too. It takes a bit longer than the Heathrow Express, but it’s also more affordable.

Depart from: Terminals 2 and 3, 4 and 5 railway stations.

Possible destinations: The Elizabeth Line travels direct from Heathrow to Abbey Wood — serving Paddington, Bond Street, Tottenham Court Road, Farringdon, Liverpool Street, and Canary Wharf. See the full map on TfL’s website here. There are no longer direct services between Canary Wharf and Terminal 5 except for some early morning and late evening services. Trains arriving at Heathrow from Canary terminate at Terminal 4.

When does it run? Times vary by terminal and whether you’re transiting on a weekday or weekend. Typically, the first trains leave between 5:15 a.m. and 6:05 a.m., while the last trains leave the airport between 11:46 p.m. and 12.13 a.m. Find specific timings here.

Transit time: It depends on where you’re headed. It takes about 35 minutes from Terminal 5 station to Paddington or about 45 minutes from Terminal 2 and 3 stations to Liverpool Street.

Estimated cost :  Heathrow’s website claims any journey to or from the airport that starts or ends in Zone 1 costs 12.80 British pounds ($15.83) per person. Whether you use contactless payment or Oyster, TfL’s single fare finder shows a single journey from Terminal 5 to Paddington on the Elizabeth Line costs 12.20 British pounds ($15). A journey from Terminals 2 and 3 stations to Liverpool Street costs 13.30 British pounds ($16.45).

However, these prices apply to contactless payments or Oyster payments only. Buying a paper ticket via the ticket machines in stations will cost you a small amount more — as discovered by TPG recently when we paid 14.30 British pounds for an off-peak ticket from Liverpool Street to Heathrow via the Elizabeth Line. Generally speaking, although the savings are only minor, it’s better to pay for your travel by contactless or Oyster card.

Children under the age of 11 travel free with a fare-paying adult.

Heathrow Express

Heathrow Express will be the fastest way to get from Heathrow to Paddington Station. It’s a direct train, so there are no extra stops along the way. Also, there are luggage racks and plugs for charging phones, which is always handy. For onward journeys, Paddington is well connected to multiple Tube lines. The downside is that the Heathrow Express can be expensive compared to other rail options.

Depart from: Heathrow Terminals 2 and 3 station and Terminal 5 railway station. You’ll need to take a free connecting shuttle service to the station if you land in Terminal 4.

Possible destinations: Paddington Station. For an extra cost, you can change to the Tube lines Bakerloo, Circle, District, Hammersmith & City or the Elizabeth Line. 

When does it run? Typically from 5:10 a.m. until around 12 a.m., though it can vary. Trains run every 15 minutes. See the full Heathrow Express timetable here.

Transit time: 15 minutes to Paddington from Terminals 2 and 3 station or 20 minutes from Terminal 5 station. 

Estimated cost: Typically, a single Heathrow Express journey from Paddington to Heathrow costs 25 pounds ($31) per person though you sometimes can pay less if you book in advance. If you’re from Great Britain and have a National Railcard, this price could drop down to 16.50 British pounds. 

If you don’t have a National Railcard or are not from Great Britain, you can sometimes find discounts online by searching for Heathrow Express vouchers or coupon codes you can use when booking online.

While the Heathrow Express can be a more expensive rail option, it may be a better deal than it seems for families since children under 15 travel free with a fare-paying adult.

If you are returning to the airport within one month of your ticket, then an anytime ticket may be cheaper overall at 37 British pounds ($45.76) or 24.40 British pounds with a National Railcard. 

If public transport doesn’t appeal to you, or you’re landing in the middle of the night when no public transportation is operating, you can use Uber to get to and from Heathrow and Central London. Naturally, you’ll pay more than you would for a Tube ride or train ticket.

Depart from: Terminal 2, 3, 4 or 5’s short-stay parking lot. The app will tell you where to go once you’ve requested a ride and your driver is confirmed, but typically pick-up spots will be here:

• Terminal 2 — Level 4, Row H (Short Stay Car Park 2).
• Terminal 3 — Level 3, Row A (Short Stay Car Park 3).
• Terminal 4 — Level 1, Private Hire Pickup.
• Terminal 5 — Level 1, Row R (Short Stay Car Park 5).

Possible destinations: Direct service wherever you like, which can be a benefit with luggage and tired kids.

When does it run? In theory, you can get an Uber at any time.

Transit time: Varies depending on traffic, destination and other factors. (Pay attention to rush hour and commuting times.) As a rough guide, it typically takes around 50 minutes to reach Paddington by car or one hour to reach Piccadilly Circus from Terminal 5 (on a good day). This means it isn’t necessarily the quickest option during many times of the day as the Heathrow Express makes that trip to Paddington in just 15 minutes.

Estimated cost: The cost of an Uber depends on traffic, your destination and other factors. As an example, it can cost 59 British pounds ($73) from Terminal 5 to Paddington or 63 British pounds ($78) to Piccadilly Circus – both UberX rides, excluding tips.

If you’re traveling in a group of more than four or have more than a small suitcase or two, you’ll likely need a bigger car. Expect to pay more for an Uber Lux or Comfort journey. 

Related: Everything you need to know about the Uber Rewards program

Taxis (including black cabs, WeKnow and Addison Lee)

Beyond Uber, numerous other options exist for getting a taxi into London from Heathrow. Options include hailing an iconic London black cab at the taxi rank, pre-booking an electric car from Heathrow’s private hire transfer service WeKnow or arranging a car from a company such as Addison Lee.

The latter two options provide a meet-and-greet service to help get you and your luggage straight into the car. Addison Lee also requires your flight number at booking, which means the company can adjust your ride in case of a delay. Again, this type of transfer will cost you more than rail services.

Depart from: The relevant taxi rank outside Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5 for a black cab. For another service, the pick-up location will be specified in your booking, or your driver will meet you at the terminal.

Possible destinations: Again, wherever you’d like.

When does it run? In theory, you should be able to arrange a taxi or car transfer anytime.

Transit time: Varies depending on traffic, destination and other factors. From Terminal 5, it typically takes about 50 minutes by car to Paddington or one hour to Piccadilly Circus. Although, Addison Lee estimates it’ll take one hour and 10 minutes for a journey to Paddington around 6 p.m.

Estimated cost: This will vary, depending on the type of taxi you go for, among other considerations such as traffic. Some estimates are below.

• Black cab: The meter will start running when your ride begins. TfL, which manages London’s black cabs, says a Heathrow to Central London journey can range from 52 pounds ($64.31) to 97 pounds ($120). Find out more about black cab fares here .
• WeKnow: Prices are fixed, so you’ll know what you pay when you book. A trip from Terminal 5 to Paddington or Piccadilly Circus costs 70 pounds ($86.57) to 94 pounds ($116.25) depending on the car size you need. A meet-and-greet service costs 14.99 pounds ($18.54) extra. Use WeKnow’s calculator to work out your exact journey price.
• Addison Lee: Prices are fixed, so you’ll know the price when you book. A sample Terminal 5 to Paddington journey (leaving ASAP) was quoted online as 94.32 pounds ($116.66) or up to 122 pounds ($150.89), depending on the car size needed. The meet-and-greet is included in both prices. For an exact quote, visit Addison Lee’s website and input your flight number and journey details.

Coach (including National Express and Megabus)

Coaches operated by National Express and Megabus drop you off at Victoria Coach Station. They’re usually inexpensive and often have Wi-Fi and phone charging points. They can also carry your luggage in the hold – check Megabus limits  and National Express limits .

However, buses are not the fastest way to reach Central London. How long they take depends on traffic, time of day and other factors.

Depart from: Heathrow Central Bus Station between Terminals 2 and 3 is the quickest departure point for both National Express and Megabus coaches. If you leave Terminal 4, take the free shuttle to the bus station. You can also alight a coach from Terminal 5 (look for arrivals level stops 13, 14 and 15 for Megabus). 

Possible destinations: Victoria Coach Station. From there, it is a short walk to the Victoria Line at Victoria Station; the line stops at Green Park, Oxford Circus, Warren Street and King’s Cross (at an extra cost).

When does it run? National Express coaches usually run throughout the day, with a service gap between 1 a.m. and 3.45 a.m. Check the exact timetable for your route here. You can find out more about Megabus times on its website.

Transit time: From Terminals 2 and 3, National Express coaches take anywhere from 55 minutes to one hour and 20 minutes to reach Victoria Coach Station, depending on the time of day you travel. Megabus lists transit times of 45 and 55 minutes for the same journey. 

From Terminal 5, National Express coaches can take anywhere from one hour and 20 minutes to one hour and 35 minutes.

Estimated cost: For National Express coaches, a single journey starts from 6 pounds ($7.42) per person. For Megabus coaches , a single journey starts from 8 British pounds ($9.89).

Other travel options

You can take local bus 285 from Heathrow Central Bus Station (serving Terminals 2 and 3) to Feltham train station. It’s 16 stops away. From there, you can hop on a 30-or-45-minute train to Waterloo via Clapham Junction. 

London bus “hopper fares” cost 1.75 British pounds ($2.16), and train tickets start from 8.60 pounds ($10.64) per person. This option is on the cheaper side. However, it’s very long-winded, especially since you can reach Waterloo Station from Paddington via the Bakerloo Line and the Piccadilly Line (with a change to Jubilee Line at Green Park). 

For those traveling somewhere in Greater London, rather than Central London, there are several local bus routes from the airport. View them here.

Bottom line

The best way to get from Heathrow Airport to London depends on your budget, your amount of luggage, and how much time and hassle you are willing to invest in the journey. 

If you want to avoid street traffic and save money, the Elizabeth Line and Tube are our top picks. If speed is your primary concern, it’s hard to ignore the Heathrow Express. Need to get away from dragging luggage around or just want the absolutely simplest path from Point A to B? Consider an Uber or taxi.

Additional reporting by Kathleen Porter Kristiansen, Hayley Coyle and Jordan Waller.

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