On Feb 5, 2014, at 8:51 AM, Elwyn Davies
<elwynd(_at_)dial(_dot_)pipex(_dot_)com> wrote:
If you don't mind taking a bit longer to get from Heathrow into central
London, the underground is a *lot* cheaper than the Heathrow Express
(about a factor of five! - HE is 21-26GBP single - Taxi to "central"
London is 45-85GBP depending on time of day and how central) and isn't
that much slower unless your hotel is real close to Paddington Station.
The tube ride from Heathrow to central London is interminable. It's fun if
you want to people-watch, and it _is_ cheaper, but Heathrow Express is really a
treat if you just got off a transatlantic flight, and the Metropole is
literally five blocks from the station. I took a cab from Paddington last
time because I hadn't had time to do the research, and it was actually kind of
fun, since the driver was very polite about it, but it was a little
embarrassing when the ride ended in less than two minutes. :)
There is absolutely no reason to take a cab from Heathrow—it will take forever,
and you'll get motion sickness. If you really want to be coddled, take
Heathrow Express, and take a cab from Paddington. It'll cost a bit less, and
be much more pleasant. Only take the tube if you are short on cash or want a
somewhat boring adventure.
BTW, doesn't this belong on 89-attendees?