The average train between Harlow and Preston takes 3h 25m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Harlow to Preston. 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 Preston. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harlow is at 11:29 PM which arrives into Preston at 8:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Tottenham Hale and take an average of 3h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Harlow to Preston. However, there are services departing from Harlow station and arriving at Preston station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.
Harlow to Preston train services, operated by Stansted Express, depart from London Euston station.
Harlow to Preston train services, operated by Stansted Express, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Harlow to Preston train tickets online with Stansted Express, London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Harlow and Preston is 290.9 km. The road distance is 371 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily.