The average train between Cardiff and Harlow takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 41m. There is an hourly train service from Cardiff to Harlow. 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 Cardiff and Harlow. The earliest departure is at 5:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 9:20 PM which arrives into Harlow at 12:28 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 59m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cardiff to Harlow? 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 Cardiff to Harlow. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central station and arriving at London Paddington station via London Paddington station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.
Cardiff to Harlow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Harlow train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.
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The distance between Cardiff and Harlow is 229.6 km. The road distance is 282 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 1h 54m.