We all know of the queues at Heathrow Airport. Well, Heathrow Express (the train operator who operates the direct rail service between Paddington and London Heathrow), is offering an upgrade on its business ticket, to allow you to use the FastTrack lanes.
Heathrow Express train arriving at Heathrow Terminal 2 and 3 station – Image, Economy Class and Beyond.
The service will be available to all Business First ticket holders and going live from the 1st of July 22.
Heathrow Express passengers who purchase a Business First ticket. can now skip past the normal queues by stepping into the priority lane instead, meaning passengers can clear airport departure security quicker, enabling them to enjoy more time to relax before their flight.
Heathrow Express Business First tickets can be purchased through all traditional channels; online in advance, at Paddington Station on the day of travel, or anytime via worldwide distribution partners.
In addition to Fast Track, Business First passengers can also enjoy extra legroom and a personal table to work from aboard the train.
In Quotes
Mark Eastwood, Commercial Strategy Lead at Heathrow Express, says
“We’re really excited to be enhancing our Business First product, enabling customers to fly through security, and spend more time relaxing before their flight. We know our customers value speed and convenience, with this new offering further enhancing their departure experience from Heathrow. For those in a rush, we are confident that we will now offer not only an express train, but quick route to the plane from central London. “
Adding value – at a strained time
We all know that going through an airport can not be a fun experience at the best of times. With extended queues being a thing, having access to Fast Track security could be a major benefit if you’re travelling in from London (and you can’t access FastTrack through your ticket or frequent flyer status).
And if time is of the essence, this could save your bacon – providing you’re willing to pay.
A Business First ticket costs £32 for an anytime day single and £55 for an anytime day return.
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