Travel Guides
To get to Harwich by car, take the A120 from Braintree and follow signs for Harwich. From Ipswich, take the A14 towards Felixstowe and then follow signs for Harwich.
If you're travelling by rail, there are regular trains from London Liverpool Street to the town of Harwich International. From there, you can take a short taxi ride or bus to the center of Harwich.
If you're coming from nearby cities or towns, such as Colchester or Clacton-on-Sea, you can take a bus to Harwich. The local bus station is located in the town center, near the train station and ferry terminal.
A good suggestion when travelling to Harwich is to take a ferry to one of the nearby islands, such as Felixstowe or Holland-on-Sea. This can be a scenic and fun way to see the local area. Another suggestion is to explore the historic center of Harwich, including the old town and its many medieval buildings and churches.
The closest airport to Harwich is London Stansted Airport. The distance between Harwich and the airport is approximately 60 miles. The most suggested route to get to Harwich from the airport is via the A120 road. It takes around 1.5 hours to reach Harwich by car.