The average train between Preston and Harlow takes 3h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Harlow. 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 Preston and Harlow. The earliest departure is at 3:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Preston is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Harlow at 6:19 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Preston to Harlow. However, there are services departing from Preston station and arriving at Harlow station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.
Preston to Harlow train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Preston station.
Preston to Harlow train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at London Euston station.
Book your Preston to Harlow train tickets online with Caledonian Sleeper, London Underground (Tube) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Preston and Harlow is 290.9 km. The road distance is 371 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily.