How to travel from London to Harwich

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Compare train and bus for London to Harwich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Harwich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, while a train costs an average of $34.

Distance: 67 miles (108 km)

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Driving

$34

Average price

$10

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Cheapest

$46

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(fuel + tolls)

1h 45m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 15m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 55m

Average total duration

2h 25m

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2h 6m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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Greater Anglia

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FlixBus

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from London to Harwich is a bus with an average price of $10.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Harwich:

A bus is $24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Harwich costing on average $34.

The fastest way to travel from London to Harwich is by train with an average journey time of 1h 45m.

Other travel options to Harwich take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Harwich including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from London to Harwich among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 51m faster (1h 15m by train vs 2h 6m by car) and roughly $12 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($34 vs $46). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from London to Harwich

How to get from London to Harwich by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from London to Harwich is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:15 PM2h00
    London, Stratford City Bus Station
    10:15 PMColchester, Stanwell Street (Bus station)
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:15 PM2h00
    London, Stratford City Bus Station
    10:15 PMColchester, Stanwell Street (Bus station)
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Greater AngliaP01241 · P67329
    11:00 AM1h16
    London Liverpool Street (LST)
    12:16 PMHarwich International (HPQ)
    $281One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Greater AngliaP66033
    6:30 AM1h25
    London Liverpool Street (LST)
    7:55 AMDovercourt (DVC)
    $261One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greater AngliaP01250 · P67333
    12:00 PM1h16
    London Liverpool Street (LST)
    1:16 PMHarwich International (HPQ)
    $281One-way
    1 transfer
  • Greater AngliaP01277 · P67345
    3:00 PM1h16
    London Liverpool Street (LST)
    4:16 PMHarwich International (HPQ)
    $281One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:15 PM2h50
    London, Stratford City Bus Station
    11:05 PMIpswich, Quadling Street (Cardinal Park Cinema)
    $101One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from London to Harwich

Travel to Harwich easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Harwich.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between London and Harwich including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Harwich is a bus with an average price of $10.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Harwich:

A bus is $24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Harwich costing on average $34.

The fastest way to travel from London to Harwich is by train with an average journey time of 1h 45m.

Other travel options to Harwich take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 55m.

The distance from London to Harwich is approximately 67 miles (108 km).
The average frequency per day from London to Harwich is:
  • Around 19 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Harwich as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Harwich:
  • Trains mostly depart from London Liverpool Street (LST) and arrive in Harwich International (HPQ).
  • Buses mostly depart from London, Stratford City Bus Station and arrive in Colchester, Stanwell Street (Bus station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Harwich, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Harwich by bus.
  • Travel with Greater Anglia to go to Harwich by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from London to Harwich:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from London to Harwich often also extend their vacation to go to Hoek van Holland, Rotterdam, Amsterdam, Colchester, Antwerp. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Harwich and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Harwich to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days in Harwich is generally sufficient to explore its historical sites, enjoy the scenic coastline, and experience local attractions.

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