4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leicester to Romford
Cheapest price
£112
Average price
£117
Fastest journey
2 h 6 m
Average duration
2 h 15 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
149 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leicester to Romford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Romford will cost around £117 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £112.
To travel from Leicester to Romford you need to make at least 2 changes.
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C381728:132h14Leicester station (LEI)10:27Romford station (RMF)£1121One-way2 changes- W70677+
Tube from London St Pancras International to Stratford (London)+C378278:132h41Leicester station (LEI)10:54Romford station (RMF)£1121One-way2 changes - W70677+
P76740+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Liverpool Street8:132h15Leicester station (LEI)10:28Romford station (RMF)£1121One-way2 changes - C21675+C10093+C381948:312h15Leicester station (LEI)10:46Romford station (RMF)£1121One-way2 changes
- C21670+P76730+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Liverpool Street8:012h06Leicester station (LEI)10:07Romford station (RMF)£1271One-way2 changes
- C21670+P76730+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Liverpool Street8:012h06Leicester station (LEI)10:07Romford station (RMF)£1271One-way2 changes
- W70677+C22604+C381728:132h14Leicester station (LEI)10:27Romford station (RMF)£1121One-way2 changes
- W70677+P76740+Tube from London St Pancras International to London Liverpool Street8:132h15Leicester station (LEI)10:28Romford station (RMF)£1121One-way2 changes
- C21675+C10093+C381948:312h15Leicester station (LEI)10:46Romford station (RMF)£1121One-way2 changes
- C21670+Tube from London St Pancras International to Stratford (London)+P767408:012h27Leicester station (LEI)10:28Romford station (RMF)£1271One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leicester to Romford
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Romford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 149 km
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2h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Leicester to Romford train times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Romford trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 9:30 Leicester | 2h16 | 11:46 Romford | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Romford
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Trains from Leicester to Romford run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 149 km distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 149 km |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 22:06 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 3 days |
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FAQs: Leicester to Romford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Romford
Most Leicester to Romford trains use the Leicester to Romford station pair, with some services arriving at Harold Wood. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Romford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Romford leave from?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: 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 main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, 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.
Which Romford station do trains from Leicester 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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