Bus from Ruislip to Heathrow Airport
1 direct route · about 60 min · it runs at night, 03:00–23:55.
Next buses to Heathrow Airport as of 06:26
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Ruislip, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 278 | Transport UK | ~60 min | 71 | Sat 71 · Sun 58 | 03:00 | 23:55 | Midcroft (Stop F) | Heathrow Central Bus Station (southbound) | Hillingdon Heath & Hayes End |
Times are for the first boarding point in Ruislip on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 278 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Ruislip to Heathrow Airport?
The 278 (Transport UK) runs directly from Ruislip to Heathrow Airport. Board at Midcroft (Stop F) and get off at Heathrow Central Bus Station (southbound); the journey takes about 60 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Ruislip to Heathrow Airport?
Around 60 minutes on the 278, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Hillingdon Heath, Hayes End on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Ruislip to Heathrow Airport?
Only night services run directly: it runs at night, 03:00–23:55. Check the route timetables for which nights they run.
How much is the bus from Ruislip to Heathrow Airport?
London buses have a flat £1.75 fare with contactless or Oyster — the Hopper fare covers unlimited bus and tram changes within an hour, with daily caps. Cash isn't accepted.