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Havering Museum
Local history museum telling Havering’s story through objects, photographs, and community exhibits. The best museum stop for understanding Romford and its people.
Cheapest price
€28
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luton to Romford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Romford will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
It's difficult to get from Luton to Romford without transferring at least once.
G58809+
W45524+
C38144
C10082+
G07197+
C38136
W32958+
C38130
C10082+
C38102
C10082+
P76718+
C38102
W45524+
C38109
W32958+
C38130
C10082+
P76718+
C38102
C10082+
C38102
G58809+
W45524+
C38144Trains from Luton to Romford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 1h 17m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 17m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Romford trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C10082+ C38102+ P76718 | 8:01 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h27 | 9:28 AM Romford station (RMF) | 2 transfers | |
C10082+ G07197+ C38136 | 8:01 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h56 | 9:57 AM Romford station (RMF) | 2 transfers | |
C10082+ C38102 | 8:01 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h29 | 9:30 AM Romford station (RMF) | 1 transfer | |
W45524+ C38109 | 8:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h22 | 9:35 AM Romford station (RMF) | 1 transfer | |
W45524+ G58809+ C38144 | 8:13 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h50 | 10:03 AM Romford station (RMF) | 2 transfers | |
W32958+ C38130 | 8:27 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h24 | 9:51 AM Romford station (RMF) | 1 transfer | |
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Local history museum telling Havering’s story through objects, photographs, and community exhibits. The best museum stop for understanding Romford and its people.
Small on-site heritage display about aircraft and wartime history at the former RAF Hornchurch area. Good for aviation enthusiasts exploring outer east London.
Working windmill museum nearby with machinery, local history, and strong visual appeal. A distinctive heritage attraction in the wider Havering area.
Historic market area at the heart of town, known for shopping, street life, and longstanding market traditions. Best for experiencing central Romford’s energy.
Major landscaped park with lakes, sports areas, and open lawns. A popular local green space for walks, relaxation, and family time near the centre.
Large country park with woodland, trails, and broad views over Havering. Ideal for a longer walk and a taste of countryside close to Romford.
Pie and mash is a classic East London meal of minced beef pie with mashed potato and parsley liquor, long tied to nearby pie shops and working-class food culture.
Jellied eels are a traditional Thames Estuary specialty, served cold in a savoury stock that sets into jelly, strongly linked with historic East London markets.
A full English breakfast of eggs, bacon, sausages, beans, mushrooms and toast is a staple in local cafés and a familiar everyday meal across Romford.
Popular casual Turkish restaurant serving grilled meats, meze and flatbreads in a lively modern dining room near Romford town centre.
Historic pub and dining venue in Havering-atte-Bower, valued for British classics, Sunday roasts and a traditional countryside atmosphere.
Well-known local Indian venue offering classic curries, tandoori dishes and a comfortable neighbourhood atmosphere.
Moderate for Greater London. Hotels and rail can be costly, but pubs, chains, and buses keep daily costs lower than central London.
Service may be included at restaurants; otherwise tip about 10-12.5% for good service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Tipping in cafes is optional.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.

Most Luton to Romford trains use the Luton to Romford station pair, with some services arriving at Harold Wood. Use this guide to compare Luton and Romford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Luton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step free access via lift to platform 5 only (some trains to Bedford/ the East Midlands) only. Steps to all other platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Leagrave is 4 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Leagrave has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Leagrave.
Wi-Fi is available at Leagrave.
Ticket office support is available at Leagrave.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Leagrave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Leagrave: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Leagrave: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station. Step free access to southbound platform 1 and northbound platform 4 (via a separate entrance). No step free access to northbound platform 2 or southbound platform 3. Most services call at platforms 1 and 2. The assistance meeting point is Platform 4 next to ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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 options are available at Romford.
Wi-Fi is available at Romford.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Romford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Romford: Bike Parking.
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.
Harold Wood is 3 km from Romford city centre. Public transport options include:
Harold Wood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Harold Wood.
Ticket office support is available at Harold Wood. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Harold Wood: Parking, WC.
Available at Harold Wood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Harold Wood: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category A. This station has step-free access to all platforms Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located within the ticket hall entrance on Gubbins Lane and at the car park entrance on Station Road, 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.
Gidea Park is 1 km from Romford city centre. Public transport options include:
Gidea Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Gidea Park.
Wi-Fi is available at Gidea Park.
Ticket office support is available at Gidea Park. 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gidea Park: Parking, WC.
Available at Gidea Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gidea Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Accessibility Category B1. This station has step-free access to all platforms. Use the Crossways car park entrance. There is no step-free access from the Station Road main entrance. Staff ramp assistance is always available. Accessible seating is available on platforms 3&4, 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 on Station Road and outside the car park entrance on Crossways, 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.
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