Going from York to Harlow by train

About to set off from York to Harlow by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost for travel between York and Harlow

The first thing many travellers ask before booking a trip is: 'How much will it cost?' While train travel combines comfort and cost, the price of a ticket depends on a few things.

For starters, how early you book your trip comes into play with the price tag. For this specific route, the cheapest fare is US$79.90, but can go to when purchased thirty days before your train departs, and when locked in seven days before. Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Instead, you can book these tickets 4 months in advance.

Cheap train tickets with slower trains

Another factor that comes into play when it comes to ticket price is speed. Let us explain. Many travellers automatically opt for the high-speed train option because faster is always better, right? Not necessarily. As experienced train travellers ourselves, the Rail Europe team often chooses to go for the slower trains for a number of reasons, including the fact that these trains often:

  • Allow for more time to take in the city scapes and countrysides

  • Set a more leisurely pace to better soak up the travel experience

  • Stop in areas that are less-travelled, offering a more unique journey

  • Are less-crowded than their high-speed counterparts

  • Are an even greener travel option than high speed

  • Are the cheapest train tickets you can find

Whether you choose to go with a low-, medium- or high-speed train, Rail Europe compiles all train options so you can choose by cost, speed, timing and operator to find the best fit for your travels.

Train schedule for travel between York and Harlow

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 43 trains make this journey of 255 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from York is at 04:20 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 23:06.

During the weekend, 04:00 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 22:13 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 20 minutes.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from York to Harlow?

On this route spanning 255 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 2 hours and 54 minutes.

Booking time frame: York to Harlow trains

Tickets for travel to Harlow along this route are available for purchase 4 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

More information on train travel from York to Harlow

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Harlow city guide to get you started.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the train trip from York to Harlow?

The total distance from York to Harlow is 255 kilometres.

How much does the train from York to Harlow cost?

The minimum fare on this route is US$79.90. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately .

When can tickets be purchased for trains travelling from York to Harlow?

You can book your tickets 4 months in advance for this route.

What’s the travel time from York to Harlow by train?

The fastest journey is 2 hours and 54 minutes.