The average train between Kent and Harwich takes 3h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Kent to Harwich. 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 Kent and Harwich. The earliest departure is at 2:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Kent is at 10:18 PM which arrives into Harwich at 6:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Kent to Harwich? 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 Kent to Harwich. However, there are services departing from Kent station and arriving at Harwich station via Stratford International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.
Kent to Harwich train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.
Kent to Harwich train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Manningtree station.
Book your Kent to Harwich train tickets online with Southeastern, Dockland Light Railway (DLR) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Kent and Harwich is 86.8 km. The road distance is 205 km.
You can take a train from Lenham to Harwich Town via Ashford International, Stratford International, Stratford International DLR Station, Stratford DLR Station, Stratford (London), and Manningtree in around 3h 13m.