First Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harold Wood (HRO) to Stratford (London) (SRA) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 17 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
51m Average total duration Fastest 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 29m sooner (21m by train vs 50m by car). Tickets start at around £7 compared to roughly £4 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.
Direct services run with Elizabeth Line (TfL).
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.
The table below shows live departures for Harold Wood (HRO) to Stratford (London) (SRA) trains for today, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:04 Harold Wood (HRO) | 0h26 | 6:30 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:12 Harold Wood (HRO) | 0h28 | 8:40 Stratford (London) (SRA) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Harold Wood (HRO) to Stratford (London) (SRA) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 14:34. The fastest train covers the 17 km distance in 27m.
Distance 17 km |
Average train duration 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 14:34 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harold Wood (HRO) to Stratford (London) (SRA) 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 Stratford (London) (SRA), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Harold Wood (HRO) to Stratford (London) (SRA) trains use the Romford to Stratford (London) station pair. Use this guide to compare Harold Wood (HRO) and Stratford (London) (SRA) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Stratford (London) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Stratford (London).
Wi-Fi is available at Stratford (London). ATMs are available at Stratford (London).
Ticket office support is available at Stratford (London). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234.
Available at Stratford (London): Parking, WC.
Available at Stratford (London): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford (London): 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, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, 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.