The average train between Harwich and Heathrow takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Harwich to Heathrow. 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 Harwich and Heathrow. The earliest departure is at 5:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harwich is at 11:26 PM which arrives into Heathrow at 8:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Manningtree and take an average of 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Harwich to Heathrow? 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 Harwich to Heathrow. However, there are services departing from Harwich station and arriving at Heathrow station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.
Harwich to Heathrow train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Manningtree station.
Harwich to Heathrow train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station.
Book your Harwich to Heathrow train tickets online with Greater Anglia and Elizabeth Line (TfL).
The distance between Harwich and Heathrow is 130.8 km. The road distance is 143 km.
You can take a train from Harwich Town to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 via Manningtree and Stratford (London) in around 2h 32m.