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It takes an average of 9h 45m to travel from Manchester to Romford by train, over a distance of around 167 miles (268 km). There are normally 3 trains per day travelling from Manchester to Romford and tickets for this journey start from £50.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:04 | |
| Departure station | Manchester | |
| Arrival station | Romford | |
| Journey time | From 4h 43m | |
| Distance | 167 miles (268 km) | |
| Frequency | 3 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £50.40 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Great Western Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Manchester to Romford in 4 hours 43 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Manchester to Romford? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 9 hours 45 minutes to travel the 167 miles (268 km) from Manchester to Romford by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 43 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 3 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, East Midlands Railway or Thameslink to Romford. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Manchester to Romford in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £50.40. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Romford by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Manchester to Romford?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.