Swindon to Harlow train with Great Western Railway

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  • Great Western Railway
    7:212h19
    Swindon
    9:40Harlow
    £381One-way
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Compare train and coach for Swindon to Harlow

The cheapest option from Swindon to Harlow is coach, with an average price of £7. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Harlow among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .

Distance: 133 km

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£38

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£7

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1h 59m

Average total duration

Fastest option

1h 29m

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2h 30m

Average total duration

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Compare prices and tickets Swindon to Harlow by train or coach

Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

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Great Western Railway as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Swindon to Harlow.
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Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Swindon to Harlow.
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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Swindon to Harlow.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Swindon to Harlow

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Typically, there are 3 trains per day from Swindon to Harlow, including direct trains, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:47, the last at 22:19. The fastest train covers the 133 km distance in 2h 19m.

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 £7
Distance
133 km
Average train duration
1h 29m
Lowest ticket price
£38
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
2h 19m
First train
0:47
Last train
22:19
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
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 £7

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swindon to Harlow trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swindon and Harlow from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 19m
Cheapest Price
£38
Great Western Railway frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 41m
Cheapest Price
£89
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
51 a day

FAQs: Swindon to Harlow train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon 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.

FAQs
The train distance from Swindon to Harlow is 133 km.
The first train from Swindon to Harlow leaves at 0:47.
The last train from Swindon to Harlow departs at 22:19.
Trains from Swindon to Harlow run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Swindon to Harlow.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swindon to Harlow.
To get from Swindon to Harlow, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Swindon to Harlow.
The train station in Swindon that goes to Harlow is Swindon station (SWI), and it arrives at Harlow Town (HWN).
Booking trains from Swindon to Harlow in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Swindon to Harlow primarily travels through urban and suburban areas, offering limited scenic views. While there are glimpses of the English countryside, much of the route passes through developed regions.
To fully enjoy Harlow's attractions, such as the Gibberd Garden, Harlow Museum, and Sculpture Trail, a stay of two to three days is ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Swindon to Harlow.

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Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Harlow

Most Swindon to Harlow trains use the Swindon to Harlow Town station pair, with some services arriving at Harlow Mill. Use this guide to compare Swindon and Harlow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Swindon
Arrival train stations in Harlow

Which Swindon station do trains to Harlow leave from?

Trains from Swindon to Harlow leave from Swindon. The station is 1 km from Swindon city centre at Swindon station, Station Road, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 1DQ.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Swindon from Swindon city centre

Bus82, 49 · 6m · £4 · every ~6 min

Swindon train station facilities and services

Swindon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Swindon.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Swindon. ATMs are available at Swindon.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Swindon.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Swindon: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Swindon: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Swindon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via subway and the lifts via the main entrance subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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