The average train between Oxford and Harwich takes 3h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Oxford 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 Oxford and Harwich. The earliest departure is at 12:11 AM at night, and the last departure from Oxford is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Harwich at 9:51 AM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 3h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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3h 29m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Oxford 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 Oxford to Harwich. However, there are services departing from Oxford station and arriving at Harwich station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.
Oxford to Harwich train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Oxford station.
Oxford to Harwich train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Manningtree station.
Book your Oxford to Harwich train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Oxford and Harwich is 175.8 km. The road distance is 222 km.
You can take a train from Oxford to Harwich Town via London Paddington, Stratford (London), and Manningtree in around 3h 24m.