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Compare train for Colchester to Romford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colchester to Romford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €28, while a train costs an average of €28.
Distance: 37 miles (61 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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€28 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 18m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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You'll arrive about 13m sooner (48m by train vs 1h 1m by car). Tickets start at around €28 compared to roughly €28 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.
Travel optionsfrom Colchester to Romford
How to get from Colchester to Romford by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Colchester to Romford is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

5:34 AM 0h55 Colchester 6:29 AM Romford €31 1 One-way 0 transfers
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5:34 AM 0h55 Colchester 6:29 AM Romford €31 1 One-way 0 transfers
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5:34 AM 0h55 Colchester 6:29 AM Romford €31 1 One-way 0 transfers
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9:13 AM 0h56 Colchester 10:09 AM Romford €32 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 8 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Colchester and Romford as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Colchester station (COL) and arrive in Romford station (RMF).
- Buses mostly depart from Colchester, Stanwell Street (Bus station) and arrive in London, Stratford City Bus Station.
- Travel with Greater Anglia to go to Romford by train.
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