4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Romford
Cheapest price
$114
Average price
$129
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Trains per day
50
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Romford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Romford will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $114.
It's difficult to get from Sheffield to Romford without transferring at least 2 times.
4:58 AM2h53Sheffield7:51 AMRomford$1141One-way2 transfers- 5:30 AM2h55Sheffield8:25 AMRomford$1141One-way2 transfers
- 5:56 AM2h59Sheffield8:55 AMRomford$1141One-way2 transfers
- 6:30 AM2h55Sheffield9:25 AMRomford$1141One-way2 transfers
- 7:00 AM2h51Sheffield9:51 AMRomford$1141One-way2 transfers
- 6:35 PM2h31Sheffield9:06 PMRomford$1211One-way3 transfers
- 2:35 PM2h46Sheffield5:21 PMRomford$1141One-way2 transfers
- 7:34 AM2h47Sheffield10:21 AMRomford$1141One-way2 transfers
- 3:35 PM2h47Sheffield6:22 PMRomford$1141One-way2 transfers
- 8:35 AM2h49Sheffield11:24 AMRomford$1141One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Sheffield to Romford
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Romford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $114. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $114, and a bus costs an average of $150.
Distance: 142 miles (230 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$129 Average price Cheapest | $154 Average price | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sheffield to Romford:
A train is $25 (€21) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Sheffield to Romford costing on average $154 (€126).
Other travel options to Romford take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 10m.
You'll arrive about 45m sooner (2h 41m by train vs 3h 26m by car). Tickets start at around $129 (€105) compared to roughly $62 (€51) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Romford
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Trains from Sheffield to Romford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $114 (€93) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 21:01. The fastest train covers the 142 miles (230 km) distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 142 miles (230 km) |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $114 (€93) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 4:58 AM |
Last train 9:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country from Sheffield to Romford trainsEast Midlands Railway, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country trains will get you between Sheffield and Romford from $114 (€93). 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 Sheffield to Romford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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 Sheffield to Romford
Most Sheffield to Romford trains use the Sheffield to Romford station pair, with some services arriving at Harold Wood. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Romford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Sheffield station do trains to Romford leave from?
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
Which Romford station do trains from Sheffield 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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