Nottingham to Harlow train with East Midlands Railway

Fri, Sep 18
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Harlow

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18

Cheapest price on Sep 18

€51

Average ticket price on Sep 18

€75

Fastest journey on Sep 18

3 h

Average journey duration on Sep 18

3 h 1 m

Trains on Sep 18

3

Distance

156 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Harlow is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Nottingham to Harlow will cost around €75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.

Fast trains

On Fri, Sep 18, we found 3 trains from Nottingham to Harlow, including 3 direct services.

On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 156 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .

On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 3 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • East Midlands Railway
    8:38 AM3h00
    Nottingham
    11:38 AMHarlow
    511One-way
    0 transfers
  • East Midlands Railway
    8:37 AM3h01
    Nottingham
    11:38 AMHarlow
    861One-way
    0 transfers
  • East Midlands Railway
    5:37 PM3h01
    Nottingham
    8:38 PMHarlow
    871One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Nottingham to Harlow

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Harlow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €47, while a train costs an average of €89.

Distance: 156 km

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Train
Most popular
Bus
Driving

€89

Average price

€47

Average price

Cheapest

€37

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 17m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

4h 58m

Average total duration

4h 28m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2h 26m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

East Midlands Railway

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Nottingham to Harlow is a bus with an average price of €47.

This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Harlow:

A bus is €42 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Harlow costing on average €89.

The fastest way to travel from Nottingham to Harlow is by train with an average journey time of 2h 17m.

Other travel options to Harlow take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nottingham and Harlow including taking a bus and train.

Live departures

Nottingham to Harlow train times

The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Harlow trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
CrossCountry2:45 PM Nottingham
3h23
6:08 PM Harlow0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Nottingham to Harlow trains with Omio?

East Midlands Railway operates all trains services from Nottingham to Harlow.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nottingham to Harlow

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Trains from Nottingham to Harlow run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €60 but you can travel from only €38 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 22:28. The fastest train covers the 156 km distance in 3h 1m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €38
Distance
156 km
Average train duration
2h 17m
Cheapest ticket price
€60
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
3h 1m
First train
4:56 AM
Last train
10:28 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Best time to book
7 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €38

Train companies: East Midlands Railway from Nottingham to Harlow trainsEast Midlands Railway trains will get you between Nottingham and Harlow from €38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Railway

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average East Midlands Railway Duration
3h 1m
Cheapest East Midlands Railway Price
€60
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Nottingham to Harlow

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Harlow by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Harlow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Nottingham to Harlow can start from as little as €60 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Nottingham to Harlow is €89; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Nottingham to Harlow is 3h 1m to travel the 156 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Nottingham to Harlow leaves at 4:56 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Nottingham to Harlow leaves at 10:28 PM.
There are 8 trains a day from Nottingham to Harlow which require at least one change with East Midlands Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Nottingham to Harlow. You can choose between East Midlands Railway. East Midlands Railway trains take around 3h 1m
When taking a train from Nottingham to Harlow, you can count on East Midlands Railway for the best way to get you to Harlow. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Nottingham and Harlow and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Harlow from Nottingham is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 1m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Nottingham to Harlow is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nottingham and Harlow including taking a bus and train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Nottingham to Harlow

Most Nottingham to Harlow trains use the Nottingham to Harlow Town station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Harlow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Nottingham
Arrival train stations in Harlow

Which Nottingham station do trains to Harlow leave from?

Trains from Nottingham to Harlow leave from Nottingham. The station is 1 km from Nottingham city centre at Nottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ.
NottinghamNottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ+44 800 200 6060ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre

Bus9B, 8, 11, 6, 10, 9, 11C, 10C, 10X, 7, 5, 5A, 11B, 12, 12C, 12E, 10A · 3m · every ~58 min
48, 1, 3, 48X, 1A, 48A, 3A, N4, 1B, 1E · 4m · every ~24 min
Kc · 5m · €4 · every ~12 min
20 · 10m
TramTram · 4m · €4 · every ~58 min

Nottingham train station facilities and services

Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Nottingham.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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