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Harlow Museum and Walled Gardens
Local museum in a former coach house covering Harlow’s archaeology, industries and New Town development, with artefacts and changing displays.
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Overview: Train from Manchester to Harlow
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Harlow run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £66 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 247 km distance in 2h 46m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £39
Distance 247 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 46m |
First train 5:05 |
Last train 22:28 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £39
Frequently asked questions about your Manchester to Harlow trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester to Harlow.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Harlow can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £66, while the average price tends to be around £97.
The train journey from Manchester to Harlow covers a distance of 247 km and takes approximately 2h 46m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Manchester to Harlow is 247 km.
The first train from Manchester to Harlow leaves at 5:05.
The last train from Manchester to Harlow departs at 22:28.
Trains from Manchester to Harlow run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Harlow.
Live departures
Manchester to Harlow train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Harlow trains for today, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:00 Manchester | 4h26 | 11:26 Harlow | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 10:34 Manchester | 3h15 | 13:49 Harlow | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:14 Manchester | 3h22 | 18:36 Harlow | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
2h 46m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£66
Avanti West Coast frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Manchester and Harlow
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Manchester to Harlow.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Harlow.
Complete guide to Harlow
Things to do in Harlow
Discover the best of Harlow — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Harlow trip today.
- Recommended
Gibberd Gallery
Gallery and museum dedicated to Harlow’s post-war sculpture collection, with exhibitions that explain the town’s distinctive public art heritage.
- Recommended
Parndon Mill Gallery
Community gallery in Parndon Mill presenting contemporary art and craft exhibitions in a historic mill setting beside the River Stort.
- Must visit
Harlow Town Park
Large central park with formal gardens, play areas, sculpture and wide paths. A top place for walking and understanding Harlow’s green New Town layout.
- Recommended
Old Harlow
Historic village-style area with independent shops, pubs, old buildings and a calmer atmosphere that contrasts with the planned New Town centre.
- Recommended
River Stort Towpath
Scenic waterside path and nature area along the River Stort, popular for gentle walks, wildlife spotting and access towards neighbouring countryside.
Steak and Onion Pudding
A suet pastry pudding filled with seasoned minced beef and onion. A long-standing East End and Essex comfort food still loved across the region.
- Gluten-free
Jellied Eels
Freshwater eel stewed with herbs and stock, served cold in a savoury jelly. A classic Thames Estuary dish tied to Essex and East London food culture.
- Gluten-free
Kippers
Smoked herring, traditionally grilled and served with bread or eggs. Popular across Essex and the east coast for its strong maritime heritage.
Kervan Kitchen
Smart casual restaurant known for Turkish and Mediterranean grills, mezze and warm service. Good for generous shared plates.
The Mogul
Popular local Indian restaurant serving classic curries, tandoori dishes and house specials in a relaxed neighbourhood atmosphere.
Miller & Carter Harlow
Reliable pub and grill serving steaks, burgers and British mains in a modern, family-friendly setting near Harlow town centre.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and meals are usually cheaper than central London, but commuting, chain cafés and taxis can still add up for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Restaurants may add a 10-12.5% service charge; if not, rounding up or 10% is polite. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Plan your visit to Harlow
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Harlow.
The train journey from Manchester to Harlow offers a mix of urban and countryside views, with parts of the route passing through the scenic Pennines and the rural landscapes of the East Midlands, providing an enjoyable backdrop to the trip.
FAQs: Manchester to Harlow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Harlow 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 Harlow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Manchester to Harlow in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Harlow.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Harlow
Most Manchester to Harlow trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Harlow Town station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Harlow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Manchester
Arrival train stations in Harlow
Which Manchester station do trains to Harlow leave from?
Trains from Manchester to Harlow leave from Manchester Piccadilly. The station is 1 km from Manchester city centre at Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom.
Manchester PiccadillyPiccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Bus201, 203, 202, 205 · 1m · £2 · every ~56 min
TramBlue Line, Red Line, Pink Line, Purple Line, Yellow Line · 3m · £2 · every ~47 min
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester AirportManchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainLiverpool Lime Street - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe, Blackpool North - Manchester Airport, Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport, Windermere - Manchester Airport, Manchester Piccadilly - Wilmslow, Manchester Piccadilly - Manchester Airport, Millom - Manchester Airport, Lancaster - Manchester Airport, Manchester Oxford Road - Manchester Airport, Corkickle - Manchester Airport, Preston - Manchester Airport · 17m · £5 · every ~9 min
BusUk980, Uk076, Uk074, Uk072, Ukn23 · 30m · £1 · every ~2 min
43, 103 · 1h 2m · £2 · every ~29 min
43, 103 · 1h 6m · £2 · every ~29 min
TramNavy Line · 51m · £4 · every ~16 min
Navy Line · 54m · £4 · every ~8 min
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
Manchester Oxford RoadManchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU
City-centre transport
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Bus42A, 43, 42, 101, 85, 85A, 111, 263, 142, 143, 87, 41, 18, 86, 15, 250, 42B, 42C, 103, 102 · 5m · £2 · every ~224 min
T1 · 1h 7m
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Harlow station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Trains from Manchester to Harlow arrive at Harlow Town. Harlow Town is 1 km from Harlow city centre.
Harlow TownHarlow Town station, Station Approach, off Edinburgh Way, Harlow, Essex, CM20 2JD+44 8450507080
City-centre transport
Getting to Harlow Town from Harlow city centre
Harlow Town is 1 km from Harlow city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus10 · 21m · £2
Harlow Town train station facilities and services
Harlow Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Harlow Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Harlow Town.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Harlow Town. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Harlow Town: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Harlow Town: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Harlow Town: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, 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: No.
Train stations for Manchester to Harlow
Check train stations information for Manchester and Harlow, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Harlow is Manchester Piccadilly, and it arrives at Harlow Town.
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