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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Romford to Manchester
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €65
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €84
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 3 h 15 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 3 h 33 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 3
- Distance
- 268 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Romford to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Romford to Manchester will cost around €84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €65.
It's difficult to get from Romford to Manchester without transferring at least 2 times.
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Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston8:04 AM 3h15 Romford station (RMF) 11:19 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) €65 1 One-way 2 transfers- W34059+C38579+Tube from Stratford (London) to London Euston
8:12 AM 3h53 Romford station (RMF) 12:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) €82 1 One-way 2 transfers - W34185+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston+C38579
8:12 AM 3h32 Romford station (RMF) 11:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) €106 1 One-way 2 transfers
- W34038+C38563+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston
8:04 AM 3h15 Romford station (RMF) 11:19 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) €65 1 One-way 2 transfers - W34185+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston+C38579
8:12 AM 3h32 Romford station (RMF) 11:44 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) €106 1 One-way 2 transfers - W34059+C38579+Tube from Stratford (London) to London Euston
8:12 AM 3h53 Romford station (RMF) 12:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) €82 1 One-way 2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Romford to Manchester
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Trains from Romford to Manchester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €65 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 21:32. The fastest train covers the 268 km distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 268 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €65 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 9:32 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 6 days |
Live departures
Romford to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Romford to Manchester trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 P01757+W33098+Tube from London Liverpool Street to London Euston | On time 8:04 AM Romford station (RMF) | 4h01 | 12:05 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
| W33172+Tube from Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line) to London Euston+F14504 | Delayed 10:16 AM 8:55 AMRomford station (RMF) | 4h07 | 1:02 PM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Romford to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Romford to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Romford to Manchester
Most Romford to Manchester trains use the Romford to Manchester Piccadilly station pair, with some services arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Use this guide to compare Romford and Manchester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Romford station do trains to Manchester leave from?
Getting to Romford from Romford city centre
Romford train station facilities and services
Romford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Romford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Romford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Romford. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Romford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Romford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Romford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category B2. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Access can be gained from South Street side entrance via a steep ramp. The ramps leading from the subway to the platforms are fairly steep. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 1,2,4 and 5, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the stations ticket hall. The ticket machines are accessible via the stations main entrance. There is no step free access to the ticket machines via the stations side entrance ramp, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Staff are available to assist from the first to last train, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Manchester station do trains from Romford arrive at?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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