The average train between Birmingham and Harwich takes 4h 1m and the fastest train takes 3h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham to Harwich. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Birmingham and Harwich. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Harwich at 8:22 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Birmingham to Harwich? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Harwich. However, there are services departing from Birmingham station and arriving at Harwich station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.
Birmingham to Harwich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Harwich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manningtree station.
Book your Birmingham to Harwich train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Birmingham and Harwich is 225.1 km. The road distance is 299 km.
You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Harwich Town via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, London Liverpool Street, and Manningtree in around 3h 40m.