Cities Near Harlow
Cities near Harlow, UK: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Cheshunt, Brentwood, Welwyn Garden City. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Harlow, UK is Cheshunt, about 8 mi (13 km) away — roughly 27 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheshunt | 8 mi / 13 km | 27 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Brentwood | 14 mi / 22 km | 26 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Welwyn Garden City | 14 mi / 22 km | 27 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Becontree | 15 mi / 25 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Chelmsford | 16 mi / 25 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Archway | 18 mi / 29 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Braintree | 20 mi / 32 km | 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Basildon | 21 mi / 33 km | 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Grays | 23 mi / 37 km | 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bexley | 23 mi / 37 km | 45 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Harlow
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Cheshunt, Brentwood, Welwyn Garden City, Becontree, Chelmsford. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Harlow include Cheshunt, Brentwood, Welwyn Garden City, Becontree, Chelmsford. The closest is Cheshunt, about 8 miles (13 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.