Leicester to Harlow by train

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Overview: trains from Leicester to Harlow

Find the key information for travelling by train from Leicester to Harlow, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:38 View journey
Last train 21:58 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 5m View journey
Distance (km) 127
Trains / day 63 View all
Cheapest journey €41.91 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 33m
Train operators 7

Leicester to Harlow by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Leicester to Harlow? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 127 kilometres.

Cost of train tickets between Leicester and Harlow

The cheapest train tickets from Leicester to Harlow start at €41.91. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Leicester to Harlow is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 2 and a half months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Train timetable for travel between Leicester and Harlow

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Leicester to Harlow by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

  • First daily departure (weekday): 04:38

  • Last daily departure (weekday): 21:18

  • First daily departure (weekend): 06:15

  • Last daily departure (weekend): 21:58

  • Average number of daily trains: 63 trains

  • Frequency of train departures: every 10 minutes

Travel time and distance between Leicester and Harlow

The route’s fastest journey takes 2 hours and 5 minutes, covering a total of 127 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Leicester and Harlow?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Leicester and Harlow 2 and a half months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Making the most of your Leicester to Harlow travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Harlow.

FAQs about the train journey from Leicester to Harlow

Want to know more about your journey from Leicester to Harlow? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance from Leicester to Harlow is 127 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.