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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Romford to Brighton
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Romford to Brighton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Romford to Brighton will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 3 trains that leave Romford for Brighton 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 86 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 2 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.
7:501h58Romford9:48Brighton£381One-way0 changes
7:252h02Romford9:27Brighton£411One-way0 changes- 8:252h02Romford10:27Brighton£421One-way0 changes
- 7:501h58Romford9:48Brighton£381One-way0 changes
- 8:252h02Romford10:27Brighton£421One-way0 changes
- 7:252h02Romford9:27Brighton£411One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Romford to Brighton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Romford to Brighton 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 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 86 km
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2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Romford to Brighton train times
The table below shows live departures for Romford to Brighton 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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| 7:25 Romford | 2h02 | 9:27 Brighton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Thameslink?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Thameslink, but also compare tickets for the likes of Elizabeth Line (TfL) or Greater Anglia to find the best option for your trip from Romford to Brighton.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Romford to Brighton
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Trains from Romford to Brighton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:14, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 3:14 |
Last train 22:50 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Thameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Greater Anglia from Romford to Brighton trainsThameslink, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Greater Anglia trains will get you between Romford and Brighton from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Romford to Brighton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Romford to Brighton 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 Brighton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Romford and Brighton
Most Romford to Brighton trains use the Romford to Brighton station pair, with some services arriving at Moulsecoomb. Use this guide to compare Romford and Brighton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Romford station do trains to Brighton leave from?
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.
Which Brighton station do trains from Romford arrive at?
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Brighton train station facilities and services
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Getting to Moulsecoomb from Brighton city centre
Moulsecoomb is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Moulsecoomb train station facilities and services
Moulsecoomb has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Moulsecoomb.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Moulsecoomb.
Bike and car services
Available at Moulsecoomb: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moulsecoomb.
Getting to Preston Park from Brighton city centre
Preston Park is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston Park train station facilities and services
Preston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Preston Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston Park: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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