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Harlow Town to Acle by train

First train

07:01

Last train

16:39

Departure station

Harlow Town

Arrival station

Acle

Journey time

From 2h 52m

Distance

85 miles (137 km)

Frequency

4 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway

Take the train from Harlow Town to Acle in 2 hours 52 minutes

If you want to travel from Harlow Town to Acle by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Harlow Town to Acle by train to take around 3 hours 7 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 52 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 4 trains per day running on this route, which spans 85 miles (137 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Acle. You can travel on this route with either Greater Anglia, East Midlands Railway or CrossCountry. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Harlow Town to Acle are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Harlow Town to Acle? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Harlow Town to Acle take?

The average journey time by train between Harlow Town and Acle is 3 hours and 7 minutes, with around 4 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Harlow Town and Acle by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Harlow Town to Acle is 2 hours and 52 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Harlow Town to Acle?

No, there are no direct train services from Harlow Town to Acle. Travelling from Harlow Town to Acle by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Harlow Town to Acle leave?

The first train from Harlow Town to Acle leaves at 07:01. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Harlow Town to Acle leave?

The last train from Harlow Town to Acle leaves at 16:39. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Harlow Town and Acle by train?

Trains travelling from Harlow Town to Acle cover a distance of around 85 miles (137 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Acle to Harlow Town.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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