London to Romford train with Elizabeth line

Sun, Jul 12
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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Romford

Showing times and prices for Jul 12

Cheapest price

€12

Average price

€12

Fastest journey

27 m

Average duration

27 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

23 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Romford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Romford will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave London for Romford on Sun, Jul 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .

On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 27 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Elizabeth line
    5:49 AM0h27
    London
    6:16 AMRomford
    121One-way
    0 transfers

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Compare bus and train for London to Romford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Romford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, and a bus costs an average of €85.

Distance: 23 km

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€13

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€85

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52m

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22m

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30m

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1h 48m

Average total duration

1h 18m

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London to Romford train times

The table below shows live departures for London to Romford trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
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Greater AngliaP76672
On time
6:05 AM London Liverpool Street (LST)
0h15
6:20 AM Romford station (RMF)
0 transfersDirect

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Elizabeth line as well as Greater Anglia or Elizabeth Line (TfL) offer trains services from London to Romford.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Elizabeth line, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greater Anglia or Elizabeth Line (TfL) to find the best option for your trip from London to Romford.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Romford

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Trains from London to Romford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 15m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
23 km
Average train duration
22m
Cheapest ticket price
€11
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
15m
First train
12:02 AM
Last train
11:57 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Elizabeth line, Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) from London to Romford trainsElizabeth line, Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) trains will get you between London and Romford from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Greater Anglia

About
Greater Anglia is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to intercity services. The commuter trains run at regular intervals throughout the day, while the intercity services run at peak times. The train types include the InterCity 125, InterCity 225, Class 90, Class 91, Class 360 and Class 379. The ticket types available are Standard, First Class and Advance. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and refreshment trolleys. The most popular routes for Greater Anglia are London Liverpool Street to Norwich, London Liverpool Street to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street to Ipswich.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
15m
Cheapest Price
€11
Greater Anglia frequency
15 a day
Luggage included
Two items of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar service on intercity routes with hot and cold drinks, snacks. No service on local routes.
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for First Class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket (£6 flat fee). Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

Elizabeth line

About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
27m
Cheapest Price
€11
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone

Elizabeth Line (TfL)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
34m
Cheapest Price
€10
Elizabeth Line (TfL) frequency
36 a day

FAQs: Trains from London to Romford

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Romford by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Romford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London to Romford can start from as little as €11 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Romford is €13; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from London to Romford is 15m to travel the 23 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from London to Romford leaves at 12:02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from London to Romford leaves at 11:57 PM.
Yes,there are 6 direct trains a day from London to Romford with Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from London to Romford, you can count on Elizabeth line, Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) for the best way to get you to Romford. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between London and Romford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Romford from London is worth doing with a journey time of 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from London to Romford is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London and Romford including taking a bus and train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from London to Romford

Most London to Romford trains use the Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Romford station pair, with some services arriving at Gidea Park. Use this guide to compare London and Romford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Romford

Which London station do trains to Romford leave from?

Trains from London to Romford leave from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. The station is 23 km from London city centre at Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 station, Inner Ring Road, Heathrow Airport, Greater London, TW6 1WD.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 station, Inner Ring Road, Heathrow Airport, Greater London, TW6 1WDWifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 from London city centre

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainElizabeth, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 4, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 5 · 21m · €35 · every ~3 min
Elizabeth · 41m · €17 · every ~8 min
BusUkn14, Ukn02, Uk043, Uk042, Ukn23, Ukxn10, Ukn49 · 50m · €2 · every ~1 min
Ukxn10 · 50m · €3 · every ~1 min
Ukxn10 · 50m · €3 · every ~1 min
N9 · 1h 11m · €2 · every ~4 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 47m · €21 · every ~27 min

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 train station facilities and services

Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

London Liverpool StreetLondon Liverpool Street station, Bishopsgate, London, Greater London, EC2M 7PY+44 345 711 4141WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to London Liverpool Street from London city centre

London Liverpool Street is 3 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainElizabeth · 11m · €2 · every ~30 min
BusN26, N550, N551 · 22m · €4 · every ~8 min
A8 · 23m · €1 · every ~11 min
76 · 26m · €2 · every ~27 min
SubwayCentral · 8m · €3 · every ~94 min

London Liverpool Street train station facilities and services

London Liverpool Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at London Liverpool Street.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at London Liverpool Street. ATMs are available at London Liverpool Street.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at London Liverpool Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at London Liverpool Street: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at London Liverpool Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at London Liverpool Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Heathrow Terminal 5Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 station, Terminal 5, Heathrow Airport, Greater London, TW6 2GAParkingAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Heathrow Terminal 5 from London city centre

Heathrow Terminal 5 is 25 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainElizabeth, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 5 · 30m · €35
Elizabeth, London Paddington - Heathrow Terminal 5 · 30m · €35
BusUk061 · 1h 5m · €3 · every ~1 min
035, 025, 030, 032, A40 · 1h 10m · €5 · every ~12 min
025, 030, 032, 035, A40 · 1h 10m · €5 · every ~12 min
N9 · 1h 24m · €2 · every ~4 min
SubwayPiccadilly · 53m · €23 · every ~27 min

Heathrow Terminal 5 train station facilities and services

Heathrow Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminal 5.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Heathrow Terminal 5: Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminal 5: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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