The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Harlow
Cheapest price
$117
Average price
$117
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Harlow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Harlow will cost around $117 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $117.
Of the 1 trains that leave Leicester for Harlow on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Leicester to Harlow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Harlow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €30, and a bus costs an average of €41.
Distance: 79 miles (128 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€36 Average price Cheapest | €41 Average price |
2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leicester to Harlow train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Harlow trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:43 AM Leicester | 2h10 | 8:53 AM Harlow | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:18 AM Leicester | 2h51 | 10:09 AM Harlow | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Leicester to Harlow.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Harlow
Trains from Leicester to Harlow run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 79 miles (128 km) distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 79 miles (128 km) |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 00:16 |
Last train 22:32 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry from Leicester to Harlow trainsEast Midlands Trains, CrossCountry trains will get you between Leicester and Harlow from $37 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Leicester to Harlow
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Harlow by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Harlow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leicester to Harlow
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
- Car Park: Short stay car park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 08:00 - 21:00
- Type of shops available: Kiosk News agent Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: Accessible (radar key) toilet on concourse.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: The waiting room can be found on the bridge.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within building and forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop at station forecourt
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: cycle spaces on station frontage
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop at bus stop on A1184 Cambridge Road
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