Manchester to Romford train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Romford

Showing times and prices for 02 Jun

Cheapest price

£72

Average price

£182

Fastest journey

3 h 12 m

Average duration

3 h 32 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

268 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Manchester to Romford will cost around £182 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Manchester for Romford every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 268 km distance in an average of 3 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Avanti West Coast
    9:543h22
    Manchester
    13:16Romford
    £721One-way
    0 changes
  • Avanti West Coast
    7:343h12
    Manchester
    10:46Romford
    £2361One-way
    0 changes
  • Avanti West Coast
    7:154h01
    Manchester
    11:16Romford
    £2371One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Manchester to Romford

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Romford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £84.

Distance: 268 km

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£113

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£196

Average Price

3h 45m

Average total duration

3h 15m

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5h 54m

Average total duration

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Live departures

Manchester to Romford train times

The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Romford trains for today, Monday 1 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Avanti West Coast5:05 Manchester
3h04
8:09 Romford3 changes
Avanti West Coast5:05 Manchester
3h10
8:15 Romford2 changes
Northern Trains Limited5:46 Manchester
3h19
9:05 Romford4 changes
Avanti West Coast5:55 Manchester
3h00
8:55 Romford2 changes
Northern Trains Limited6:10 Manchester
2h58
9:08 Romford4 changes
Avanti West Coast6:30 Manchester
2h58
9:28 Romford4 changes
Northern Trains Limited6:42 Manchester
3h24
10:06 Romford4 changes
Avanti West Coast6:55 Manchester
2h56
9:51 Romford2 changes
Northern Trains Limited7:08 Manchester
3h19
10:27 Romford4 changes
Avanti West Coast7:15 Manchester
3h00
10:15 Romford2 changes
Avanti West Coast7:35 Manchester
2h53
10:28 Romford3 changes
Avanti West Coast7:35 Manchester
2h58
10:33 Romford2 changes
Northern Trains Limited7:46 Manchester
3h14
11:00 Romford4 changes
Avanti West Coast7:55 Manchester
2h59
10:54 Romford2 changes
Avanti West Coast8:15 Manchester
2h51
11:06 Romford3 changes
Avanti West Coast8:15 Manchester
3h01
11:16 Romford2 changes
Transport for Wales8:30 Manchester
2h58
11:28 Romford4 changes
Avanti West Coast8:35 Manchester
2h49
11:24 Romford2 changes
Northern Trains Limited8:46 Manchester
3h14
12:00 Romford4 changes
Avanti West Coast8:55 Manchester
2h59
11:54 Romford2 changes
Avanti West Coast9:15 Manchester
2h51
12:06 Romford3 changes
Avanti West Coast9:15 Manchester
3h01
12:16 Romford2 changes
Avanti West Coast9:35 Manchester
2h53
12:28 Romford3 changes
Avanti West Coast9:35 Manchester
2h57
12:32 Romford2 changes
Northern Trains Limited9:46 Manchester
3h14
13:00 Romford4 changes
Avanti West Coast9:55 Manchester
2h59
12:54 Romford2 changes
Avanti West Coast10:15 Manchester
2h51
13:06 Romford3 changes
Avanti West Coast10:15 Manchester
3h01
13:16 Romford2 changes
Transport for Wales10:30 Manchester
2h58
13:28 Romford4 changes
Avanti West Coast10:35 Manchester
2h49
13:24 Romford2 changes
Northern Trains Limited10:46 Manchester
3h14
14:00 Romford4 changes
Avanti West Coast10:55 Manchester
2h59
13:54 Romford2 changes
Avanti West Coast11:15 Manchester
2h51
14:06 Romford3 changes
Avanti West Coast11:15 Manchester
3h01
14:16 Romford2 changes
Transport for Wales11:30 Manchester
2h58
14:28 Romford4 changes
Avanti West Coast11:35 Manchester
2h49
14:24 Romford2 changes
Northern Trains Limited11:46 Manchester
3h15
15:01 Romford4 changes
Avanti West Coast11:55 Manchester
2h59
14:54 Romford2 changes
Avanti West Coast12:15 Manchester
2h51
15:06 Romford3 changes
Avanti West Coast12:15 Manchester
3h01
15:16 Romford2 changes
Transport for Wales12:30 Manchester
2h58
15:28 Romford4 changes
Avanti West Coast12:35 Manchester
2h49
15:24 Romford2 changes
Northern Trains Limited12:46 Manchester
3h15
16:01 Romford4 changes
Avanti West Coast12:55 Manchester
2h59
15:54 Romford2 changes
Northern Trains Limited13:10 Manchester
3h14
16:24 Romford4 changes
Avanti West Coast13:15 Manchester
3h01
16:16 Romford2 changes
Avanti West Coast13:35 Manchester
2h55
16:30 Romford3 changes
Avanti West Coast13:35 Manchester
2h56
16:31 Romford2 changes

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Avanti West Coast as well as Transport for Wales or Northern Trains Limited offer trains services from Manchester to Romford.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Manchester to Romford

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Trains from Manchester to Romford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 268 km distance in 3h 12m.

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 £8
Distance
268 km
Average train duration
3h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
£72
Trains per day
7
Fastest train
3h 12m
First train
0:15
Last train
22:17
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
6 days
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 £8

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to Romford trainsAvanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Romford from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 12m
Cheapest Price
£72
Avanti West Coast frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Learn more about Avanti West Coast

Transport for Wales

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 58m
Cheapest Price
£176
Transport for Wales frequency
4 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 58m
Cheapest Price
£170
Northern Trains Limited frequency
6 a day

FAQs: Manchester to Romford train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Romford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £72, while the average price tends to be around £113.
The train journey from Manchester to Romford covers a distance of 268 km and takes approximately 3h 12m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Manchester to Romford is 268 km.
The first train from Manchester to Romford leaves at 0:15.
The last train from Manchester to Romford departs at 22:17.
Trains from Manchester to Romford run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Romford.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Manchester to Romford.
To get from Manchester to Romford, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Manchester to Romford.
The train station in Manchester that goes to Romford is Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), and it arrives at Romford station (RMF).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Romford is by coach, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Manchester 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 Manchester to Romford is not particularly noted for its scenic views, as it primarily travels through urban and suburban areas.
A day trip from Manchester to Romford is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 12m. However, there are 5 trains per day. The distance is 268 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 Manchester to Romford.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Romford

Manchester
Romford
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your trip from Manchester to Romford.
Manchester PiccadillyWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • Caffè Nero
  • Carluccio’s
  • Hotel Chocolat
  • Starbucks
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Costa Coffee
  • Pret a Manger
  • Upper Crust
  • McDonald's
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
  • Premier Inn Manchester City
  • Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
  • Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
  • Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
  • Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Manchester VictoriaParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
address
Address
Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WY
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: on platform and approach
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Victoria
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.​​​​​​​
Manchester AirportWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
  • Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
  • 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 at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: No cycle storage
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.

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