Derby to Romford train with East Midlands Trains

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Romford

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£65

Average price

£65

Fastest journey

2 h 12 m

Average duration

2 h 14 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

188 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Romford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Derby to Romford will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.

Fast trains

To travel from Derby to Romford you need to make at least 2 changes.

East Midlands Railways
04:133h08
Derby
07:21Romford
£651One-way
2 changes
East Midlands Railways
05:302h21
Derby
07:51Romford
£651One-way
2 changes
East Midlands Railways
06:022h23
Derby
08:25Romford
£651One-way
2 changes
East Midlands Railways
06:282h27
Derby
08:55Romford
£651One-way
2 changes
East Midlands Railways
07:052h20
Derby
09:25Romford
£651One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Derby to Romford

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Derby to Romford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £43.

Distance: 188 km

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Coach

£86

Average Price

£10

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 46m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 16m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 43m

Average total duration

3h 13m

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30m

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Live departures

Derby to Romford train times

The table below shows live departures for Derby to Romford trains for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 07:17
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
east_midlands_railway08:09 Derby
2h37
10:46 Romford0 changesdirect
Wednesday 4 February
east_midlands_trains04:13 Derby
3h08
07:21 Romford2 changes
east_midlands_trains05:30 Derby
2h21
07:51 Romford2 changes
east_midlands_trains06:02 Derby
2h23
08:25 Romford2 changes
east_midlands_trains06:28 Derby
2h27
08:55 Romford2 changes
east_midlands_trains07:05 Derby
2h20
09:25 Romford2 changes

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Derby to Romford

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Trains from Derby to Romford run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 21:56. The fastest train covers the 188 km distance in 2h 35m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10
Distance
188 km
Average train duration
2h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£43
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 35m
First train
04:00
Last train
21:56
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10

Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Derby to Romford trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Derby and Romford from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

East Midlands Trains

About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 35m
Cheapest Price
£43
East Midlands Trains frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 12m
Cheapest Price
£66
east_midlands_trains frequency
25 a day

FAQs: Derby to Romford train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Derby to Romford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £43, while the average price tends to be around £86.
The train journey from Derby to Romford covers a distance of 188 km and takes approximately 2h 35m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Derby to Romford is 188 km.
The first train from Derby to Romford leaves at 4:00.
The last train from Derby to Romford departs at 21:56.
Trains from Derby to Romford run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Derby to Romford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Derby to Romford.
To get from Derby to Romford, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Derby to Romford.
The train station in Derby that goes to Romford is Derby station (DBY), and it arrives at Romford station (RMF).
The cheapest way to get from Derby to Romford is by coach, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from Derby to Romford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Derby to Romford offers views of the English countryside, including rolling hills and charming villages, but is not typically noted for being particularly scenic compared to routes through more renowned landscapes such as the Lake District or Scottish Highlands.
A day trip from Derby to Romford is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 35m. However, trains are available 6 times per day, covering a distance of 188 km.
A visit to Romford can typically be enjoyed over 1 to 2 days, allowing time to explore local attractions, shopping, and dining options.
Yes, you can take the train from Derby to Romford.

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Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Romford

Derby
Romford
The major train station for departures in Derby is Derby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Derby for your trip from Derby to Romford.
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ParkingParking
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HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Located in North Car Park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Derby
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit

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