Train times from Harold Wood to London
Harold Wood connects to 2 London terminals. The fastest route is Liverpool Street in 32 minutes, with one change.
- Fastest journey to London
- 32 minutes to Liverpool Street
- Direct service
- No, one change required
- London terminals served
- 2 (Liverpool Street, Paddington)
- Operator
- Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line
- Source
- Darwin Timetable Files (Rail Delivery Group), Open Government Licence v3.0
- Data reviewed
- 2026-08-17
Harold Wood to each London terminal
| London terminal | Fastest | Fastest direct | Typical peak | Peak trains | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool Street | 32 minchange at Romford | 35 min | 36 min | 11.2/hr | Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line |
| Paddington | 46 min | same as fastest | 48 min | 11.2/hr | Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line |
Harold Wood to Liverpool Street
The fastest train from Harold Wood to London Liverpool Street takes 32 minutes and involves one change of train en route. The route is operated by Greater Anglia, Elizabeth line. That makes Harold Wood the 20th quickest of the 105 stations with a service into Liverpool Street inside 90 minutes.
Harold Wood to Paddington
The fastest train from Harold Wood to London Paddington takes 46 minutes and involves a direct train with no change. The route is operated by Great Western Railway, Elizabeth line. That makes Harold Wood the 31st quickest of the 115 stations with a service into Paddington inside 90 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the train from Harold Wood to London take?
The fastest train from Harold Wood reaches London Liverpool Street in 32 minutes. Harold Wood connects to 2 London terminals: Liverpool Street, Paddington.
Which London station should I travel to from Harold Wood?
Liverpool Street is the quickest at 32 minutes, though it requires a change. Direct trains run to Paddington.
Is Harold Wood a good commuter town for London?
At 32 minutes to London Liverpool Street, Harold Wood is a practical commuter choice, with the fastest journey under an hour. Most services require one change.
Are there direct trains from Harold Wood to London?
Yes. Direct services run to Paddington.
What are the nearest stations to Harold Wood?
The closest alternatives are Gidea Park, Upminster, Romford. These can offer a faster or cheaper route into London depending on where you live.
Other places within 45 minutes of Liverpool Street
Harold Wood is one of many places you could commute from. These are other options within 45 minutes of London Liverpool Street, ranked by journey time and spread across the network rather than clustered on one stretch of line.
Nearby stations
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