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aindian1 Jun 22nd, 2008 08:45 PM

Heathrow to Tooting
 
Hi,

We are four of us including a 15 month old. Would like to understand the best option to go to our hotel in Tooting area from Heathrow airport.

Heathrow Express looks quite expensive. How long would it take from Heathrow to Tooting using Tube? Or would we better off taking a cab from Heathrow?

Thanks in advance for suggestions.

BikerScott Jun 22nd, 2008 09:48 PM

Assuming your location is on the Northern line, it will take about 1.5-2 hours to get from Heathrow to Tooting on the tube.

With a baby it is probably better to get a car service. Try Just Airports.

BikerScott Jun 22nd, 2008 09:49 PM

Oh and it is a PAIN to get to Tooting on the Norther Line via Paddington (where the HEX comes into) so I wouldnt recommend that route.

janisj Jun 22nd, 2008 10:11 PM

There is no easy way that I know of. There are trains involving changes; tube journeys involving changes; car services - but probably will cost in the region of £50-£60. A cab will cost an arm and leg and your first born child.

But just to make sure - you are staying in Tooting because you are visiting relatives who live there, right? If so, fine. Otherwise, why??

jamikins Jun 22nd, 2008 10:14 PM

My thoughts exactly janisj.

If its to visit relatives perhaps they would have some suggestions.

aindian1 Jun 25th, 2008 06:28 AM

Could you please suggest names and phone numbers of some car service that I can use to commute from Heathrow to Tooting?

I will be staying at a relative's house when relatives are out. Unfortunately they are out of country by now on cruise so are unreachable.

jamikins Jun 26th, 2008 04:56 AM

Try Just Airports.


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