Market Harborough station (MHR) (Train Station): Departures and guide

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Market Harborough

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Address
Market Harborough station, St Marys Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7DT
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Phone Number
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:30 - 19:30
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station. Step free access is available to both platforms, via the ticket office for platform 1 or the new car park for platform 2. Please check which platform your train is due to depart from before arriving at the station. Services to the north, including Leicester, Nottingham, Sheffield and Derby normally depart from platform 1. Services to London and stations south of Market Harborough normally depart from platform 2. If you do need assistance to change platforms, we're happy to help. Please speak to a member of staff or use a Help Point in the station. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
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  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Ticket Office
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: rear of booking hall, and Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Market Harborough
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses leave from the Bay adjacent to the station car park.
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Best day trips from Market Harborough by train

The most popular day trips by train from Market Harborough are Leicester, London, Nottingham, Derby, and Sheffield. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Market Harborough on Omio.

A view of Leicester

Day trip from Market Harborough to Leicester by train

Why visit Leicester for the day?

Leicester is an East Midlands city known for King Richard III and its strong multicultural identity. Its compact centre mixes Roman history, markets, museums, and a vibrant Golden Mile.

How to get from Market Harborough to Leicester by train?

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 14 miles (23 km) distance in 12m.

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A view of London

Day trip from Market Harborough to London by train

Why visit London for the day?

London is the UK capital, known for royal history, major museums, and a global cultural scene. Historic landmarks line the Thames while diverse neighborhoods, theater, and food give the city a lively, international feel.

How to get from Market Harborough to London by train?

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (121 km) distance in 55m.

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A view of Nottingham

Day trip from Market Harborough to Nottingham by train

Why visit Nottingham for the day?

Nottingham is known for the Robin Hood story, historic caves, and its lace-making past. Today it feels youthful and creative, with a compact center shaped by universities, culture, and green spaces.

How to get from Market Harborough to Nottingham by train?

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (55 km) distance in 35m.

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A view of Derby

Day trip from Market Harborough to Derby by train

Why visit Derby for the day?

Derby is an East Midlands city known for rail engineering, industrial history, and the Silk Mill’s place in the story of modern factories. Its compact center combines historic streets, shopping, and pubs, with Derbyshire countryside close by.

How to get from Market Harborough to Derby by train?

The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 22:56.

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A view of Sheffield

Day trip from Market Harborough to Sheffield by train

Why visit Sheffield for the day?

Sheffield is known for its steel heritage, green spaces, and lively music culture. It blends a practical city feel with easy access to the Peak District and a strong independent spirit.

How to get from Market Harborough to Sheffield by train?

The earliest train runs at 04:38, the last at 22:59. The fastest train covers the 66 miles (107 km) distance in 1h 6m.

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FAQ: Travel from Market Harborough station (MHR)

Everything you need to know about Market Harborough station (MHR): From location, transport connections, and amenities to safety, schedules, and nearby attractions—your complete guide to navigating the station with ease.

FAQs
Market Harborough station provides accessibility services with staff help available for passengers with reduced mobility.
Market Harborough station is close to attractions such as Foxton Locks, a unique staircase of ten canal locks, and the historic Harborough Museum, which showcases the local heritage.
Car rental services are not available at Market Harborough station.
The city center is approximately 0.761 km away from Market Harborough station.
To reach the city center from Market Harborough station, you can use rail replacement services, with buses departing from the bay adjacent to the station car park.
It is advisable to arrive at Market Harborough station around 15-30 minutes before your scheduled departure to allow enough time for boarding and to locate your platform comfortably.
Market Harborough is located at Market Harborough station, St Marys Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7DT.
Parking is available at the Market Harborough station, specifically at the Station Car Park.
Train prices from Market Harborough station to the closest airport can vary depending on the time of booking, travel time, and class of service; it's recommended to check with the relevant rail service providers for the most current pricing.
Market Harborough train station is primarily served by East Midlands Railway (EMR).
Market Harborough does not have metro services, but rail replacement buses leave from the bay adjacent to the station car park.
Traveling early morning or late evening at Market Harborough is generally regarded as safe; however, it's always advisable to stay aware of your surroundings and follow standard safety precautions.
Security measures, including ticket checks, are generally in place at Market Harborough station as part of standard operations to ensure passenger safety and validate travel credentials.
Yes, Market Harborough station has toilets located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are also on Platform 1 and are operated by a radar key available from the Ticket Office.
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