Romford to Birmingham train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Romford to Birmingham

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£45

Average price

£50

Fastest journey

2 h 42 m

Average duration

2 h 58 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

175 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Romford to Birmingham will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Romford for Birmingham every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 175 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 42 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 10 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
04:182h42
Romford
07:00Birmingham
£451One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
10:173h10
Romford
13:27Birmingham
£511One-way
0 changes
Avanti West Coast
03:582h50
Romford
06:48Birmingham
£521One-way
0 changes
Chiltern Railways
13:253h08
Romford
16:33Birmingham
£541One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Romford to Birmingham

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Romford to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £32.

Distance: 175 km

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Coach

£52

Average Price

£8

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Cheapest

3h 9m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 39m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 12m

Average total duration

3h 42m

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Live departures

Romford to Birmingham train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 00:36
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
avanti_west_coast03:58 Romford
2h50
06:48 Birmingham0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coast07:30 Romford
2h25
09:55 Birmingham0 changesdirect
chiltern_railways13:55 Romford
3h09
17:04 Birmingham0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Romford to Birmingham

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Trains from Romford to Birmingham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
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 £6
Distance
175 km
Average train duration
2h 39m
Cheapest ticket price
£32
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
2h 23m
First train
04:52
Last train
22:17
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 £6

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways from Romford to Birmingham trainsAvanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways trains will get you between Romford and Birmingham from £6. 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
2h 23m
Cheapest Price
£32
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

Chiltern Railways

About
Chiltern Railways is a regional train company in the United Kingdom which is owned by Arriva Trains and has operated since 1996. Check the different ticket types for your next #[+travelMode] #[+journey]: Duo, Anytime, Season, Super Off Peak, Off Peak and Advance. syn p Chiltern Railways is a train company based in the United Kingdom with trains #[+journey]. It operates services from London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, Banbury, Aylesbury, High Wycombe, and Stratford-upon-Avon. It also runs services from Birmingham Moor Street to Stratford-upon-Avon. Chiltern Railways offers a range of train types, including InterCity 125, Class 165 and Class 168 trains. These trains are equipped with comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak, and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include a café bar, a shop, and a quiet coach. The most popular routes for Chiltern Railways are London Marylebone to Birmingham Snow Hill, Oxford, and High Wycombe.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 8m
Cheapest Price
£54
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for £3. Free for Advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs allowed with lead
Quiet zone

FAQs: Romford to Birmingham train

FAQs: Travel by train from Romford to Birmingham easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Romford to Birmingham.
FAQs
Booking trains from Romford to Birmingham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Romford to Birmingham is 175 km.
To get from Romford to Birmingham, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cost of a train ticket from Romford to Birmingham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £32, while the average price tends to be around £52.
The cheapest way to get from Romford to Birmingham is by coach, costing approximately £6.
The train journey from Romford to Birmingham covers a distance of 175 km and takes approximately 2h 23m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train station in Romford that goes to Birmingham is Romford station (RMF), and it arrives at Birmingham New Street (BHM).
The first train from Romford to Birmingham leaves at 4:52.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Romford to Birmingham.
Yes, you can take the train from Romford to Birmingham.
The last train from Romford to Birmingham departs at 22:17.
Trains from Romford to Birmingham run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Romford to Birmingham.
There is no night train service from Romford to Birmingham.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Romford and Birmingham

Romford
Birmingham
The major train station for departures in Romford is Gidea Park. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gidea Park for your trip from Romford to Birmingham.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 06:30 - 20:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located on platform 3&4. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: An accessible heated waiting is located on Platform 3&4. The waiting room is open from first till last train.
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: In the car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Gidea Park
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services will depart from: Station Road, Bus Stop PA, for Westbound services Station Road, Bus Stop PB, for Eastbound services Click here for map
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:40 Saturday 06:10 - 19:40 Sunday 07:10 - 18:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platform 3
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located on Platform 3. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: An accessible, heated waiting room is located on Platform 3. Waiting room is open from first to last train.
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: In station car park
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Harold Wood
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services will depart from: Gubbins Lane, Bus Stop B, for Westbound services Gubbins Lane, Bus Stop A, for Eastbound services Click here for map
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:10 - 20:10
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets are located inside the waiting room on platform 4.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: An accessible toilet is located on platform 4. This toilet is operated with a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: No
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: An accessible, heated waiting room is located on Platform 4. The waiting room is open from first to last train.
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 5 and Platform 2
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Romford
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services will depart from: Atlanta Boulevard for both Westbound and Eastbound services Click here for map

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