Manchester to Harlow by train

Discover Manchester to Harlow by train

Planning a train adventure from Manchester to Harlow? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Cost of train travel from Manchester to Harlow

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Manchester to Harlow:

• Cheapest ticket: £67.28

• Pricing when booking a month in advance:

• Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Train schedule for travel between Manchester and Harlow

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 48 trains make this journey of 247 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Manchester is at 05:05 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 21:15.

During the weekend, 06:10 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 20:55 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 19 minutes.

Manchester to Harlow distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 247 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 3 hours and 9 minutes.

Booking horizon for travel between Manchester and Harlow

Tickets for travel between Manchester and Harlow can be booked 4 and a half months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Additional information on train travel from Manchester to Harlow

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Harlow city guide to start planning your getaway.