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Harborough Museum
Main local museum covering Market Harborough’s story, Roman finds, and the Hallaton Treasure. A strong starting point for understanding the area.
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
56 m
Average duration
57 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Market Harborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Market Harborough will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 6 trains that leave London for Market Harborough on Fri, Jul 31, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 31 the direct trains cover the 121 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .
On Fri, Jul 31 the slowest trains will take 1 h 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Market Harborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 75 miles (121 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€39 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest | €40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Market Harborough:
A bus is €32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Market Harborough costing on average €39.
Other travel options to Market Harborough take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 6m.
The journey is about 1h 3m faster (1h 22m by train vs 2h 25m by car) and roughly €0.72 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€39 vs €40). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for London to Market Harborough trains for today, Thursday, July 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C21514 | On time 8:05 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h01 | 9:06 PM Market Harborough station (MHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21778 | On time 8:35 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h56 | 9:31 PM Market Harborough station (MHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21150 | On time 9:35 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h56 | 10:31 PM Market Harborough station (MHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21765 | On time 10:35 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0h56 | 11:31 PM Market Harborough station (MHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C21766 | On time 11:36 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 1h31 | 1:07 AM Market Harborough station (MHR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:35 AM London | 0h56 | 11:31 AM Market Harborough | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from London to Market Harborough run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (121 km) distance in 56m.
Distance 75 miles (121 km) |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 4:51 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Market Harborough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Market Harborough trip today.
Main local museum covering Market Harborough’s story, Roman finds, and the Hallaton Treasure. A strong starting point for understanding the area.
Remarkable 1614 building above the old market, interpreted as part of the museum service. Visit for architecture and a compact slice of town history.
Volunteer-run canal museum at Foxton Locks with exhibits on the inclined plane and waterways life. Ideal for industrial heritage and family visits.
Leafy Victorian park with play areas, lawns, and events. It is a popular local green space for relaxing, families, and short walks near the centre.
Scenic flight of canal locks with towpaths, boats, and broad countryside views. One of the area’s best walking spots and a classic local day out.
Lively main shopping street lined with historic buildings and independent businesses. Best for strolling, local atmosphere, and seeing the town at its busiest.
A hand-raised pork pie linked to nearby Melton Mowbray. It is a regional classic in Leicestershire and a staple at pubs, markets, and picnics.
Red Leicester is a crumbly, nutty cheese long associated with Leicestershire. It is a classic county product often served on ploughman’s lunches.
Stilton-style blue cheese is widely eaten across the East Midlands. Rich, creamy, and pungent, it is popular on cheeseboards and in winter dishes.
Popular independent Italian restaurant serving pasta, pizza, and classic mains in a lively, friendly atmosphere.
Well-regarded modern British venue with refined seasonal cooking and a more polished dining experience than a standard pub.
Established town-centre pub and kitchen known for steaks, grills, and Sunday roasts in a smart but relaxed setting.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are mid-priced, buses are affordable, and costs are lower than London but similar to other market towns.
Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafes: rounding up is optional. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
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Market Harborough Railway Station -> Market Harborough Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Market Harborough 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 Market Harborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Market Harborough trains use the London St Pancras International to Market Harborough station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Market Harborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Market Harborough has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Market Harborough.
Ticket office support is available at Market Harborough.
Available at Market Harborough: Parking, WC.
Available at Market Harborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Market Harborough: 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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