4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Luton to Romford
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 24 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 $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
It's difficult to get from Luton to Romford without transferring at least once.
C10082+
C381028:01 AM1h29Luton station (LUT)9:30 AMRomford station (RMF)$381One-way1 transfer- C10019+C381258:17 AM1h28Luton station (LUT)9:45 AMRomford station (RMF)$381One-way1 transfer
- W45520+C381448:43 AM1h20Luton station (LUT)10:03 AMRomford station (RMF)$381One-way1 transfer
- W32958+C381308:27 AM1h24Luton station (LUT)9:51 AMRomford station (RMF)$381One-way1 transfer
- W45524+C381098:13 AM1h22Luton station (LUT)9:35 AMRomford station (RMF)$381One-way1 transfer
- W45520+C381448:43 AM1h20Luton station (LUT)10:03 AMRomford station (RMF)$381One-way1 transfer
- W45524+C381098:13 AM1h22Luton station (LUT)9:35 AMRomford station (RMF)$381One-way1 transfer
- W32958+C381308:27 AM1h24Luton station (LUT)9:51 AMRomford station (RMF)$381One-way1 transfer
- C10082+C38102+
P767188:01 AM1h27Luton station (LUT)9:28 AMRomford station (RMF)$381One-way2 transfers - C10019+C381258:17 AM1h28Luton station (LUT)9:45 AMRomford station (RMF)$381One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Luton to Romford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Luton to Romford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $18, and a bus costs an average of $132.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $142 Average price | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Romford:
A train is $108 (€88) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Luton to Romford costing on average $142 (€116).
Other travel options to Romford take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 6m.
Tickets start at around $34 (€28) compared to roughly $34 (€28) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $0.02 (€0.02). The journey takes 1h 19m versus 1h 7m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Luton to Romford train times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Romford trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C10082+P76718+C38102 | 8:01 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h27 | 9:28 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 | |
| C10019+C38125 | 8:17 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h28 | 9:45 AM Romford station (RMF) | 1 transfer | |
| W32958+C38130 | 8:27 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h24 | 9:51 AM Romford station (RMF) | 1 transfer | |
| W45520+C38144 | 8:43 AM Luton station (LUT) | 1h20 | 10:03 AM Romford station (RMF) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Luton to Romford
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Trains from Luton to Romford run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€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 $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 1h 17m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Thameslink, London Overground, Elizabeth line, east_midlands_trains from Luton to Romford trainsThameslink, London Overground, Elizabeth line, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Luton and Romford from $18 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Luton to Romford
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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Luton to Romford
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.
Which Luton station do trains to Romford leave from?
Getting to Luton from Luton city centre
Luton 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
Food and drink options are available at Luton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton. ATMs are available at Luton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Luton Airport Parkway from Luton city centre
Luton Airport Parkway is 1 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Luton Airport Parkway train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Luton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luton Airport Parkway.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Leagrave from Luton city centre
Leagrave is 4 km from Luton city centre. Public transport options include:
Leagrave train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Leagrave.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leagrave.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leagrave.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leagrave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leagrave: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Which Romford station do trains from Luton arrive at?
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.
Getting to Harold Wood from Romford city centre
Harold Wood is 3 km from Romford city centre. Public transport options include:
Harold Wood train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Harold Wood.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Harold Wood: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Harold Wood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Gidea Park from Romford city centre
Gidea Park is 1 km from Romford city centre. Public transport options include:
Gidea Park train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Gidea Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Gidea Park.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gidea Park: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gidea Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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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