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We are making great strides at Heathrow to ensure that cycling or walking to and from work is not only really easy and safe, but also desirable and rewarding. From our dedicated Cycle Hub and Cycling Partnership, to our Cycle Champions and training schemes, Heathrow's ambition is to make you feel sufficiently supported to get from door to desk on a bike or on foot and feel the benefits of having a reliable journey time and some exercise on your way to work.
Due to the current closure of the tunnel side bores, cycling to the CTA is not possible. However, there are some free alternatives:
We will be providing direct cycle access in to the CTA when the construction work on the main tunnel is complete. We expect to open that access in the first quarter of 2024.
Get 50% off a spring cycling package* with the Heathrow Cycle Hub
*Terms and conditions apply. Discounts only available to Heathrow ID holders.
Cycling to work scheme offers huge discounts on bike and equipment purchases
Free bike servicing on up to three registered bikes a the Heathrow Cycle Hub.
Cycling and walking are practical solutions to beating the traffic. Spend less time hunting for car park spaces, and more time getting to where you need to go. Cycling provides freedom and convenience which makes it as fast, or faster than driving for many commutes.
Pedal power & walking is free. Incorporating cycling or walking into your commute can significantly reduce your monthly & yearly transport costs, especially with your discounted Heathrow Cycle Hub services which help take the cost out of buying & maintaining your bike.
The benefits associated with swapping driving for cycling or walking are endless. Daily exercise can be transformative for physical & mental health. Low-impact yet stimulating, it's an easy way to add exercise to your day, helping you to stay fit & mentally sharp.
"I've transitioned from a diehard driver to a regular cyclist and car-share advocate! My commute now forms part of my daily dose of exercise and I have total peace of mind that I can get home in time to do the school run!"
The Heathrow Cycle Hub is your one-stop-shop for everything you need to make cycling to work safe, easy and cost-effective. Conveniently located in the Heathrow Academy on Newall Road, the Hub is the first and only dedicated on-site bike shop at an airport in the UK, and is home to cycling experts who are on hand to help and support you with all cycling needs.
Heathrow Cycle Hub membership is free, and grants you access to a number of benefits, including discounted bikes and cycling equipment, and access to a fully equipped workshop at reduced rates.
Opening times
08:00 – 18:00 Mondays
08:00 – 18:00 Tuesdays
08:00 – 18:00 Wednesdays
08:00 – 20:00 Thursdays
08:00 - 18:00 Fridays
10:00 - 14:00 Saturdays
Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays
Phone: 020 8990 9720
Email: info@runwaycycling.com
Website: www.runwaycycling.com
The Cycle to Work initiative is an employee benefit that saves you up to 42% on the cost of purchasing a bike and accessories. You will pay nothing upfront and the payments are taken tax efficiently from your salary over a period of time.
Contact our Heathrow Cycle Hub to find out how you can sign up and choose the right bike for you.
Telephone number: 020 8990 9720
Email: info@runwaycycling
The Colleague Travel team is available to support the cyclists, and future cyclists, of Heathrow to improve the cycling experience. We are your point of contact for any cycling-related queries and to help support Heathrow’s cycling community.
We will link you with locally available cycling initiatives, such as training schemes and dedicated cycling events.
Events held in the past:
Our cycle champions are central to the Heathrow cycling community and act as ambassadors for active travel. Champion duties include relaying messages from the Colleague Travel team, giving feedback and forwarding on any issues identified, as well as occasionally supporting during events which take place throughout the year. Our cycle champions also receive training and ad-hoc support for their work They truly keep the pedals turning at Heathrow, representing the community and helping Heathrow become a great cycling airport! Anyone can be a cycling champion. Inspired? Get in touch to find out more.
For more information about cycle training, or how to become a Heathrow cycling champion get in touch with the Colleague Travel team
There are several apps and online tools which are are great for tracking and planning your cycle journey. CycleStreets is a great journey planner. Simply tell it where you're cycling from and to, select what kind of route you would like and let it show you the best way. It also lets you know how much CO2 you've saved. Hint: you can change the base map used on CycleStreets to one you’re most familiar with.
Other apps that are popular for route planning are:
Heathrow has its own dedicated Strava group, for those who cycle to, from and around Heathrow. Ideal for organising group rides, or enjoying a bit of friendly competition.
The following are also worth trying out - all are available via the App Store:
20,000 Heathrow colleagues across the airport live within 3 miles of the airport making walking a potential opportunity for a reliable, healthy and cost-effective commute. Many of us also live within walking distance of a bus, tube or rail station, which means incorporating a short walk into your daily commute could be very easy to do.
Starting and ending your day with a short walk can provide great benefits physically and mentally. Wake your body up for the day, or decompress after work, and feel the health benefits of walking regularly.
In fact, regular walking can be pretty transformative. A recent London School of Economics study shows that walking regularly is the best thing you can do to maintain a healthy weight. Participants who walked briskly for 30 minutes a day were found to have a lower Body Mass Index (BMI) than those who didn't.
Believe it or not, our most recent survey data shows that around 2,400 Heathrow colleagues live within a reasonable 2 km walking distance from the airport - around a half-hour walk!
It's cheap, it's good for the environment and it's certainly good for you. Why not see whether you could be walking to your closest station, bus stop, or even the airport itself?
The Heathrow Car Share scheme is available to all Heathrow Airport ID holders and has over 7,900 registered members across 250 companies.The scheme offers an online matching tool for two or more members.
If you work at Heathrow Airport, the best way to keep up to date on all communications is using the Community App.
Keep up-to-date with airport messages, disruption information, flight information, public transport, close call reporting and discount and offers for colleagues.