The average train between Manchester and Harwich takes 4h 40m and the fastest train takes 3h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester 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 Manchester and Harwich. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Harwich at 7:22 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 4h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Harwich. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Harwich station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.
Manchester to Harwich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Harwich train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manningtree station.
Book your Manchester to Harwich train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, London Underground (Tube) and Greater Anglia.
The distance between Manchester and Harwich is 292.5 km. The road distance is 412 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Harwich Town via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, London Liverpool Street, and Manningtree in around 4h 30m.