Transportation from airport to Hotel

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Transportation from airport to Hotel

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2_much

4:19 pm on Sep 16, 2003 (gmt 0)

Is anyone arriving at Heathrow around that time?

If so, perhaps we can share a cab.

Thanks :-)

(train sucks after a 12 hr flight, cab's are expensive, but would be nice).

dmorison

4:38 pm on Sep 16, 2003 (gmt 0)

The Tube from Heathrow is slow and painfull, but are you aware of the Heathrow Express - runs on the mainline, 12 pounds LHR to Paddington station...

Then get your A-Z out; walk the 2 blocks to Lancaster Gate (Central Line) and you're at Holborn in no time... :)

momsbudget

9:00 pm on Sep 16, 2003 (gmt 0)

Apparently dmorison won't be bringing as much luggage as I will be - walk? Are you nuts? I'll be cabbing it, but I'm getting in a little later, sorry.

Shak

9:04 pm on Sep 16, 2003 (gmt 0)

dmorrison,

I think 2_much is trying to get to the Thistle.

try doing a search for "airport transfers" at google.co.uk ;)

Shak

SuzyUK

9:06 pm on Sep 16, 2003 (gmt 0)

we're (hubby and I) arriving 1.15pm.. is that too late?

was intending to take the tube but could be persuaded otherwise
(direct line to Kings Cross?)

Suzy

Jenstar

9:11 pm on Sep 16, 2003 (gmt 0)

On Shak's recommendation, I did the airport transfer thing (I ended up using Krest). Met me right in the arrivals area of the airport, took my luggage (I am female, I don't pack lightly ;) ) and then delivered me and my luggage right into the lobby.

Personally, dragging my luggage onto the tube during rush hour wasn't high on the priority list of my London sightseeing itinerary ;)

SuzyUK

9:37 pm on Sep 16, 2003 (gmt 0)

Thanks for recommendations.. am searching as we speak (type)

Shak or anyone else how long (approx ;)) is the tube transfer from Heathrow to Kings Cross?

Suzy

killroy

9:55 pm on Sep 16, 2003 (gmt 0)

I'll be arriving at 9:45, not sure witch airport, I'll know tomorrow. I'll be up for anything :)

We should wear beanies for recognition ;)

TheDoctor

10:51 pm on Sep 16, 2003 (gmt 0)

>>how long (approx ;)) is the tube transfer from Heathrow to Kings Cross?

I'd leave a good hour for the trip.

But seriously, the fastest way is Heathrow Express to Paddington, taxi Paddington to the Thistle.

And killroy: I'd find out which airport you're landing at. There's more than one, and they're in very different directions from London.

ScottM

10:54 pm on Sep 16, 2003 (gmt 0)

Arriving Gatwick at 9AM Thursday

Anyone interested in traveling to the hotel (Thistle) together?

Sticky Mail me

pmac

11:03 pm on Sep 16, 2003 (gmt 0)

10:00AM Thursday at Heathrow. I'd be up for splitting a cab. Drop a sticky.

ogletree

11:16 pm on Sep 16, 2003 (gmt 0)

I arrive at Gatwick at 9:50 am on Thursday. If I take the Gatwick express where do i get off. I guess the goal is to get to farringdon station right.

Brett_Tabke

1:44 am on Sep 17, 2003 (gmt 0)

I've taken both. Heathrow Express rocks! beats a cab hands down for speed and comfort.

btw: ogle - I get into same at 10am...hehe see you there...

TheDoctor

8:51 am on Sep 17, 2003 (gmt 0)

>> If I take the Gatwick express where do i get off

Go to Victoria station, and get a taxi from there.

Seriously, Brett is right: train + taxi beats taxi, both in terms of time it takes to get to central London and comfort. Ignoe his advice at your peril!

SuzyUK

11:01 am on Sep 17, 2003 (gmt 0)

Thanks TheDoctor

didn't know that but sorted now I think ;)
if so I'll see you all tomorrow!

Suzy

killroy

11:08 am on Sep 17, 2003 (gmt 0)

I get my tickets in 3 hours, then I will know. I'd love to meet up withsomebody. How do you meet folks at the airport, print the webmasterworld logo on a large sheet and hold it up?

Any chance of swapping mobile numbers for SMSing?

Can'twait to meet you all.

killroy

1:15 pm on Sep 17, 2003 (gmt 0)

Ok, I finally found out I'll be arriving in Heathrow at 0945, I'd welcome the chance of meeting somebody there.

ogletree

1:38 pm on Sep 17, 2003 (gmt 0)

ScottM and I are meeting at the Gatwick Express Counter. He gets in at nine and I arive at 9:50. My picture is in my profile if you want to know who I am. I will probably have my white cane with me. I don't always need it but I use it at airports. I hate it when people ask me if I forgot my glasses or get annoyed when I ask questions about seeing something.

PS. Hope to see you on the train Brett.

bird

3:35 pm on Sep 17, 2003 (gmt 0)

Funny reading this, as I'll be flying into the other direction the same day...

Anyone wants to go for a beer in the Bay Area some time next week? ;)

EBear

6:08 pm on Sep 17, 2003 (gmt 0)

You can book Gatwick Expree tickets (and the others) online and collect from a machine there. (Google London Gatwick.)

Make sure to avail of the one month return fare.