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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Harlow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £64.
Distance: 190 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£64 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £39 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Bristol to Harlow, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Harlow:
A coach is £56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Harlow costing on average £64.
Other travel options to Harlow take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 13m.
You'll arrive about 23m sooner (2h 20m by train vs 2h 43m by car). Tickets start at around £64 compared to roughly £39 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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The most popular day trips by train from Harlow are London, Cambridge, Chelmsford and Stratford. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Harlow on Omio.
London blends royal history with modern city life, known for its museums, theatre and global food scene. Along the Thames, grand landmarks sit beside diverse neighbourhoods shaped by finance, fashion and contemporary culture.
Cambridge is a historic university city on the River Cam, known for its colleges and punting. Its compact centre, museums and green spaces give it an academic yet lively feel.
Chelmsford is Essex’s county city, known for its cathedral and its links to Guglielmo Marconi. A compact centre, riverside parks and a relaxed modern feel give it an easy balance of history and everyday city life.
Stratford-upon-Avon is best known as Shakespeare’s birthplace, with a historic centre of Tudor buildings and riverside theatre. It feels like a traditional English market town, shaped by literary heritage, calm walks along the Avon and a steady cultural atmosphere.
Travel to Harlow easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Harlow.
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Harlow:
A coach is £56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Harlow costing on average £64.
Other travel options to Harlow take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 13m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bristol and Harlow as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
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