The average train between Harlow and Essex takes 1h 34m and the fastest train takes 1h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Harlow to Essex. 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 Harlow and Essex. The earliest departure is at 5:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harlow is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Essex at 9:41 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Harlow to Essex. However, there are services departing from Harlow station and arriving at Essex station via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.
Harlow to Essex train services, operated by Stansted Express, depart from Harlow Town station.
Harlow to Essex train services, operated by Stansted Express, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Harlow to Essex train tickets online with Stansted Express and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Harlow and Essex is 33 km. The road distance is 103 km.
You can take a train from Harlow Town to White Notley via London Liverpool Street in around 2h 17m.