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Trip Overview

The average train between Harwich and Kent takes 3h 45m and the fastest train takes 2h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Harwich to Kent. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 45m
Duration
127 mi
Distance
£74
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Ashford International

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  1. Take the train from Manningtree to Stratford (London)train train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
  2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain train St Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 2m
£62–116

Harwich to Kent train times

Trains run hourly between Harwich and Kent. 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 Kent at 7:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Manningtree and take an average of 3h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern3h 45m • 4 changes

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    Arrives next day

    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern7h 11m • 4 changes

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    Arrives next day

    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern8h 13m • 4 changes

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h 43m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h 43m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h 37m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern3h 13m • 4 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h 43m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h 43m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h 37m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern3h 13m • 4 changes
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h 43m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h 43m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern2h 37m • 4 changes

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    Greater AngliaGreater AngliaDockland Light Railway (DLR)SoutheasternSoutheastern3h 13m • 4 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Harwich to Kent? 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.

Map of how to get from Harwich to Kent.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 127.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Harwich, England and Kent, England?

You can take a train from Harwich Town to Lenham via Manningtree, Stratford (London), Stratford DLR Station, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford International, and Ashford International in around 3h 2m.

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