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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Harwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £93 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £93, while a flight costs an average of £286.
Distance: 292 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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£93 Average Price Cheapest | £286 Average Price | £60 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Manchester to Harwich, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Harwich:
A train is £194 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Harwich costing on average £286.
Other travel options to Harwich take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 21m.
You'll arrive about 1h 6m sooner (3h 51m by train vs 4h 57m by car). Tickets start at around £93 compared to roughly £60 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.
How to get to Harwich from Manchester by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Manchester to Harwich is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Harwich are Colchester, Hoek van Holland, Ipswich, Manningtree and Clacton-on-Sea. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Harwich on Omio.
Colchester is an Essex city known as Britain’s oldest recorded town, with Roman roots and a prominent castle. Its historic core, modern cultural venues and easy-going atmosphere make it well suited to a relaxed visit.
Hoek van Holland is a coastal district known for its wide beach, dunes and working harbour atmosphere. Its position at the mouth of the Nieuwe Waterweg gives it a distinctly maritime character tied closely to Rotterdam.
Ipswich is one of England’s oldest towns, known for its waterfront and maritime past. Its medieval streets, parks and Suffolk atmosphere make it feel historic yet lived-in.
Clacton-on-Sea is a traditional Essex resort known for its sandy beach, pier and classic seaside amusements. Its promenade and relaxed coastal atmosphere give it the feel of a long-established British holiday town.
Travel to Harwich 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 Manchester to Harwich.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Harwich:
A train is £194 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Harwich costing on average £286.
Other travel options to Harwich take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 21m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester and Harwich as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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