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Can I walk from Sofitel to Terminal 5?

Sofitel London Heathrow T5 is the only hotel with direct access to Heathrow Terminal 5 through a covered walkway, as well as a courtesy rail connection to Terminals 1, 2 and 3.



Yes, you can walk directly from the Sofitel London Heathrow to Terminal 5 in approximately 5 minutes. The hotel is connected to the terminal via a fully enclosed, weather-protected covered walkway. This makes it the most convenient hotel at Heathrow for anyone departing from or arriving at T5. To find the path, simply follow the signs for "Way Out" or "Hotels" from the arrivals hall, or look for the "Sofitel" signs near the lift lobby. In 2026, this remains the only hotel with such a direct pedestrian link to Terminal 5. If you need to reach Terminals 2, 3, or 4 from the Sofitel, you can walk to the T5 rail station and take the Heathrow Express or Elizabeth Line for free between terminals, making it an excellent hub for any traveler using London's busiest airport.

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By Railway: Take the Heathrow Express Train to Heathrow Terminal 5. Then follow signs on Arrivals level for the Sofitel London Heathrow directing you to the lifts and footbridge taking you directly to the hotel.

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The below options are also available for getting between the terminals. The Heathrow Express is free to use when travelling between terminals.

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It takes approximately 5 minutes to walk between C Gates and B Gates and an additional 5 minutes to walk between B Gates and the Main terminal building where you will find passport control and baggage reclaim.

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Heathrow Terminal 5 handles more passengers than any other terminal in the UK – even when busy single-terminal airports are included. In September an average of 100,000 passengers arrived or departed each day from T5, which is the main hub for British Airways.

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You can walk between Terminals 2 and 3 via the pedestrian underpass. The route is well signposted and can be followed on our interactive Heathrow map. If you have an impairment or mobility difficulties, find out how to request assistance.

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Serving Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5, the Piccadilly line runs a frequent service between the airport and a number of locations in central London, along with convenient connections to other Tube and rail services.

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All trains between terminals are free. You can find out more information on the Heathrow free travel map.

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We recommend that you allow the following minimum connection times: 1 hour for connections within the same Heathrow terminal. 1 hour 30 minutes for connections that require travel between terminals at Heathrow.

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Heathrow Express trains stop at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and Heathrow Terminal 5. Passengers travelling to Terminal 4 should change on to the free transfer train at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 (connecting trains every 15 minutes, journey time four minutes).

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