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The cheapest and fastest trains from Romford to Nottingham
Showing times and prices for 26 Nov
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
178 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Romford to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Romford to Nottingham will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Romford for Nottingham 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 178 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 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 4 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.
08:473h03
Romford11:50Nottingham
£301One-way
0 changes
07:252h43
Romford10:08Nottingham
£501One-way
0 changes
04:553h04
Romford07:59Nottingham
£791One-way
0 changes
07:353h02
Romford10:37Nottingham
£1021One-way
0 changes
07:252h43
Romford10:08Nottingham
£501One-way
0 changes
07:353h02
Romford10:37Nottingham
£1021One-way
0 changes
08:473h03
Romford11:50Nottingham
£301One-way
0 changes
04:553h04
Romford07:59Nottingham
£791One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Romford to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Romford to Nottingham 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 coach which can get you there in 2h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 178 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£46 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Romford to Nottingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Romford to Nottingham trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 04:52
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:25 Romford | 2h43 | 10:08 Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:35 Romford | 3h15 | 10:50 Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:04 Romford | 2h46 | 10:50 Nottingham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Romford to Nottingham
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Trains from Romford to Nottingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 178 km distance in 2h 46m.
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 178 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 46m |
First train 04:32 |
Last train 22:32 |
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
FAQs: Romford to Nottingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Romford to Nottingham 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 Nottingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
In Nottingham, visitors can explore the historic Nottingham Castle with its panoramic views and museum exhibits or visit Wollaton Hall, an Elizabethan mansion in a deer park that houses the Nottingham Natural History Museum. The City of Caves offers a fascinating underground adventure through the sandstone caves, while Nottingham Contemporary showcases diverse art exhibitions. For a taste of history, stop by Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, one of England's oldest pubs. Enjoy the lively atmosphere at Old Market Square, unwind at Attenborough Nature Reserve, or catch a performance at Nottingham Playhouse. Green's Windmill and Science Centre and The Arboretum also offer engaging experiences for all ages.
A day trip from Romford to Nottingham is not feasible as the duration is 2h 46m. Trains run 4 times per day over a distance of 178 km.
The train distance from Romford to Nottingham is 178 km.
A stay of two to three days in Nottingham is generally recommended to explore its main attractions, such as Nottingham Castle, the City of Caves, and Wollaton Hall, while also enjoying the local dining and shopping experiences.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Romford to Nottingham.
To get from Romford to Nottingham, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Romford to Nottingham covers a distance of 178 km and takes approximately 2h 46m. Trains run 4 per day.
The first train from Romford to Nottingham leaves at 4:32.
The last train from Romford to Nottingham departs at 22:32.
The train journey from Romford to Nottingham typically passes through urban and suburban areas, with occasional views of the countryside, but it isn't widely noted for being particularly scenic.
Trains from Romford to Nottingham run approximately 4 times per day.
Booking trains from Romford to Nottingham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Romford to Nottingham.
The cost of a train ticket from Romford to Nottingham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £20, while the average price tends to be around £46.
The cheapest way to get from Romford to Nottingham is by coach, costing approximately £6.
There is no night train service from Romford to Nottingham.
The train station in Romford that goes to Nottingham is Romford station (RMF), and it arrives at Nottingham station (NOT).
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Romford and Nottingham
Romford
Nottingham
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 Nottingham.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 06:30 - 20:00
Distance to city center
1 kmAccessibility
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: In the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:40 Saturday 06:10 - 19:40 Sunday 07:10 - 18:30
Distance to city center
3 kmAccessibility
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: An accessible, heated waiting room is located on Platform 3. Waiting room is open from first to last train.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: In station car park
- Storage CCTV: No
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
WifiParkingDining
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:10 - 20:10
Parking
- Car Park: No
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
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 5 and Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
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
The major train station for arrivals in Nottingham is Nottingham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nottingham for your journey to Nottingham from Romford.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: none
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Nottingham
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.
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