- Recommended
Harborough Museum
Local museum covering the town and district, with displays on social history, local industries and the famous Old Grammar School building below.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dartford to Market Harborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Dartford to Market Harborough run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 21:16. The fastest train covers the 139 km distance in 2h 15m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 139 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 21:16 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Thameslink from Dartford to Market Harborough trainsThameslink trains will get you between Dartford and Market Harborough from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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About
Thameslink is a train service that operates in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Govia Thameslink Railway and serves the counties of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, London, and Surrey. The trains run from early morning until late at night, with some services running 24 hours a day. There are a variety of train types available, including Class 700 Desiro City, Class 377 Electrostar, Class 387/1 Electrostar, and Class 319/0. Ticket types include Anytime, Off-Peak, Super Off-Peak, and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Thameslink are London to Brighton, London to Bedford, and London to Luton.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Price
£27
Thameslink frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund available if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on some routes offering drinks and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free of charge. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Family area
Complete guide to Market Harborough
Things to do in Market Harborough
Discover the best of Market Harborough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Market Harborough trip today.
- Recommended
Foxton Canal Museum
An independent museum on the canal basin telling the story of the local canal network, boats and engineering. A rewarding stop for transport history.
- Recommended
Foxton Inclined Plane Museum
Museum at the lift site explaining the operation and history of the inclined plane and locks. Ideal before exploring the famous waterways outside.
- Must visit
Foxton Locks
A waterside area with locks, boating activity, walks and wildlife. Popular for relaxed visits and one of the district’s most distinctive landscapes.
- Recommended
High Street
The historic shopping spine of the town, lined with independent shops and period buildings. Good for strolling and taking in Market Harborough’s character.
- Recommended
Welland Park
Pleasant town-centre green space with formal planting, seating and space to pause. It is a useful break from shopping streets and nearby traffic.
Melton Mowbray Pork Pie
Leicestershire pork pie is a hand-raised pastry pie with seasoned pork and jelly, long associated with nearby Melton Mowbray and widely eaten across the county.
- Gluten-free
Red Leicester
Red Leicester is a traditional county cheese with a firm texture and nutty, mellow flavour. It is a classic local table cheese in Leicestershire.
- Gluten-free
Stilton
Stilton is a rich blue cheese long linked with Leicestershire inns and markets. It is prized for its creamy texture and distinctive savoury depth.
Ascough's Bistro
Smart modern British restaurant in The Square, known for refined seasonal cooking and a relaxed but polished town-centre setting.
Emerson & West's
Popular independent restaurant serving British and European dishes with steaks, seafood and a lively, contemporary feel.
Mercado Lounge
Casual café and restaurant with a loyal local following for brunch, coffee, cakes and light lunches in a friendly setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for England. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, but pricier than many smaller UK towns. Local buses are manageable, and rail trips can add to visitor costs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino or latte.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafés, tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.
FAQs: Dartford to Market Harborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dartford to Market Harborough by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Market Harborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Dartford to Market Harborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £26, while the average price tends to be around £27.
The train journey from Dartford to Market Harborough covers a distance of 139 km and takes approximately 2h 15m. Trains run 8 per day.
The train distance from Dartford to Market Harborough is 139 km.
The first train from Dartford to Market Harborough leaves at 6:00.
The last train from Dartford to Market Harborough departs at 21:16.
Trains from Dartford to Market Harborough run approximately 8 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Dartford to Market Harborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Dartford to Market Harborough.
To travel from Dartford to Market Harborough, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Dartford to Market Harborough.
The train station in Dartford that goes to Market Harborough is Dartford station (DFD), and it arrives at Market Harborough station (MHR).
The cheapest way to get from Dartford to Market Harborough is by train, costing approximately £26.
Booking trains from Dartford to Market Harborough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
For a fulfilling visit to Market Harborough, two to three days are ideal to explore its charming town centre, historical sites, and enjoy the local dining scene.
Yes, you can take the train from Dartford to Market Harborough.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dartford and Market Harborough
Most Dartford to Market Harborough trains use the Dartford to Market Harborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Dartford and Market Harborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Dartford
Arrival train stations in Market Harborough
Which Dartford station do trains to Market Harborough leave from?
Trains from Dartford to Market Harborough leave from Dartford. The station is from Dartford city centre at Dartford station, Station Approach, Dartford, Kent, DA1 1BP.
DartfordDartford station, Station Approach, Dartford, Kent, DA1 1BP+44 3303339232
City-centre transport
Getting to Dartford from Dartford city centre
BusD30, 429, 414B, 477, 477S · 1m · every ~4 min
Dartford train station facilities and services
Dartford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dartford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Dartford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Dartford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dartford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dartford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dartford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. This station has step free access to all platforms - Access to all platforms and interchange via lifts and stairs, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not wheelchair accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: 2 x in booking hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Assistance/Help available from station staff from First to Last trains, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Market Harborough station do trains from Dartford arrive at?
Trains from Dartford to Market Harborough arrive at Market Harborough. Market Harborough is 1 km from Market Harborough city centre.
Market HarboroughMarket Harborough station, St Marys Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7DT+44 3457125678
City-centre transport
Getting to Market Harborough from Market Harborough city centre
BusLc10, Hc2, Hc3 · 4m · £2 · every ~7 min
Market Harborough train station facilities and services
Market Harborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Market Harborough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Market Harborough.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Market Harborough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Market Harborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Market Harborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station. Step free access is available to both platforms, via the ticket office for platform 1 or the new car park for platform 2. Please check which platform your train is due to depart from before arriving at the station. Services to the north, including Leicester, Nottingham, Sheffield and Derby normally depart from platform 1. Services to London and stations south of Market Harborough normally depart from platform 2. If you do need assistance to change platforms, we're happy to help. Please speak to a member of staff or use a Help Point in the station. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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