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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
kr2175
Average price
kr2239
Fastest journey
2 h 49 m
Average duration
2 h 49 m
Trains per day
48
Distance
268 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Romford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Romford will cost around kr2239 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr2175.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Romford without transferring at least 2 times.










Trains from Manchester to Romford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr917 but you can travel from only kr100 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 166 miles (268 km) distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 166 miles (268 km) |
Average train duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price kr917 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 10:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 6 days |
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Romford trains for today, Sunday, August 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W33110+ Tube from London Euston to Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line)+ C36866 | Delayed 8:20 AM 9:20 AMManchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h04 | 12:27 PM 12:27 PMRomford station (RMF) | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, August 3 | |||||
![]() | 5:05 AM Manchester | 3h04 | 8:09 AM Romford | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 5:05 AM Manchester | 3h10 | 8:15 AM Romford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:46 AM Manchester | 3h19 | 9:05 AM Romford | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 5:55 AM Manchester | 3h00 | 8:55 AM Romford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:10 AM Manchester | 2h58 | 9:08 AM Romford | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Manchester | 2h58 | 9:28 AM Romford | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 6:42 AM Manchester | 3h24 | 10:06 AM Romford | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 6:55 AM Manchester | 2h56 | 9:51 AM Romford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:08 AM Manchester | 3h19 | 10:27 AM Romford | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 7:15 AM Manchester | 3h00 | 10:15 AM Romford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:35 AM Manchester | 2h53 | 10:28 AM Romford | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 7:35 AM Manchester | 2h58 | 10:33 AM Romford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:46 AM Manchester | 3h14 | 11:00 AM Romford | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 7:55 AM Manchester | 2h59 | 10:54 AM Romford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Manchester | 2h51 | 11:06 AM Romford | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Manchester | 3h01 | 11:16 AM Romford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Manchester | 2h58 | 11:28 AM Romford | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 8:35 AM Manchester | 2h49 | 11:24 AM Romford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:46 AM Manchester | 3h14 | 12:00 PM Romford | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 8:55 AM Manchester | 2h59 | 11:54 AM Romford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:15 AM Manchester | 2h51 | 12:06 PM Romford | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 9:15 AM Manchester | 3h01 | 12:16 PM Romford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:35 AM Manchester | 2h53 | 12:28 PM Romford | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 9:35 AM Manchester | 2h57 | 12:32 PM Romford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:46 AM Manchester | 3h14 | 1:00 PM Romford | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 9:55 AM Manchester | 2h59 | 12:54 PM Romford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:15 AM Manchester | 2h51 | 1:06 PM Romford | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 10:15 AM Manchester | 3h01 | 1:16 PM Romford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Manchester | 2h58 | 1:28 PM Romford | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 10:35 AM Manchester | 2h49 | 1:24 PM Romford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:46 AM Manchester | 3h14 | 2:00 PM Romford | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 10:55 AM Manchester | 2h59 | 1:54 PM Romford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:15 AM Manchester | 2h51 | 2:06 PM Romford | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 11:15 AM Manchester | 3h01 | 2:16 PM Romford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Manchester | 2h58 | 2:28 PM Romford | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 11:35 AM Manchester | 2h49 | 2:24 PM Romford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:46 AM Manchester | 3h15 | 3:01 PM Romford | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 11:55 AM Manchester | 2h59 | 2:54 PM Romford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:15 PM Manchester | 2h51 | 3:06 PM Romford | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 12:15 PM Manchester | 3h01 | 3:16 PM Romford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Manchester | 2h58 | 3:28 PM Romford | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 12:35 PM Manchester | 2h49 | 3:24 PM Romford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:46 PM Manchester | 3h15 | 4:01 PM Romford | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 12:55 PM Manchester | 2h59 | 3:54 PM Romford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:10 PM Manchester | 3h14 | 4:24 PM Romford | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 1:15 PM Manchester | 3h01 | 4:16 PM Romford | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:35 PM Manchester | 2h55 | 4:30 PM Romford | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 1:35 PM Manchester | 2h56 | 4:31 PM Romford | 2 transfers | |
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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 Manchester 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 Manchester to Romford trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Romford station pair, with some services arriving at Harold Wood. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Romford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
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.
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 storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Victoria 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 options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, 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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