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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Harlow
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 3 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Harlow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Harlow will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 4 buses that leave London for Harlow every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 34 km distance in an average of 4 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London to Harlow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Harlow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £19, and a coach costs an average of £18.
Distance: 34 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£32 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration Fastest 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Harlow bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Harlow coaches for today, Monday 17 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:00 London | 4h05 | 19:05 Harlow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:30 London | 4h35 | 03:05 Harlow | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 18 November | |||||
| 05:00 London | 3h45 | 08:45 Harlow | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Harlow
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Buses from London to Harlow run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 34 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 34 km |
Average bus duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: National Express from London to HarlowYou can travel by bus between London to Harlow with National Express for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London to Harlow coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Harlow by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Harlow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3, which is located around 14.3 miles (23.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Harlow, Bus Station, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Harlow
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Nero (in the station)
- McDonald's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
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