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The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Romford to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Romford to London will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 12 trains from Romford to London, including 12 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 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 18 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 29 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.
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Trains from Romford to London run on average 2 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 14 miles (23 km) distance in 17m.
Distance 14 miles (23 km) |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 77 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Romford to London.
The table below shows live departures for Romford to London trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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P76035 | 6:01 AM Romford station (RMF) | 0h18 | 6:19 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C38337 | 6:02 AM Romford station (RMF) | 0h29 | 6:31 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C38344 | 6:10 AM Romford station (RMF) | 0h29 | 6:39 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C38354 | 6:16 AM Romford station (RMF) | 0h29 | 6:45 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C37328 | 6:22 AM Romford station (RMF) | 0h29 | 6:51 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C38371 | 6:28 AM Romford station (RMF) | 0h29 | 6:57 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C38548 | 8:00 AM Romford station (RMF) | 0h29 | 8:29 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C38563 | 8:04 AM Romford station (RMF) | 0h30 | 8:34 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C38573 | 8:08 AM Romford station (RMF) | 0h31 | 8:39 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C38579 | 8:12 AM Romford station (RMF) | 0h32 | 8:44 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C35264 | 8:16 AM Romford station (RMF) | 0h28 | 8:44 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C38200 | 8:20 AM Romford station (RMF) | 0h29 | 8:49 AM London Liverpool Street (LST) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Romford to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Romford to London trains use the Romford to Farringdon station pair, with some services arriving at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. Use this guide to compare Romford and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Farringdon is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Farringdon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Farringdon.
Ticket office support is available at Farringdon.
Available at Farringdon: Parking.
Available at Farringdon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Farringdon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms including level boarding to Thameslink trains from Zone C on both platforms. Manual ramps are available for other zones and for London Underground services, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Travelcards. Where tickets for National Rail services are not available through an accessible ticket machine, ticket office staff provide assistance where possible, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Tottenham Court Road Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Ivy Soho Brasserie, Hakkasan Hanway Place, Berners Tavern
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Ticket office support is available at Tottenham Court Road Station. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Available at Tottenham Court Road Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tottenham Court Road Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tottenham Court Road Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Bloomsbury Hotel, Radisson Blu Edwardian, Kenilworth, The London EDITION.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
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 is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
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.
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