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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Romford to Rayleigh
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£5
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£7
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
28 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
34 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
29 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Romford to Rayleigh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Romford to Rayleigh will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Romford to Rayleigh, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 29 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 40 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.
11:280h28Romford11:56Rayleigh£51One-way0 changes- 19:330h40Romford20:13Rayleigh£91One-way0 changes
- 11:280h28Romford11:56Rayleigh£51One-way0 changes
- 19:330h40Romford20:13Rayleigh£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Romford to Rayleigh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Romford to Rayleigh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 29 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 11m sooner (29m by train vs 40m by car). Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £6 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Greater Anglia.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Romford to Rayleigh train times
The table below shows live departures for Romford to Rayleigh trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:33 Romford | 0h40 | 11:13 Rayleigh | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Romford to Rayleigh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Romford to Rayleigh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 29 km distance in 26m.
Distance 29 km |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 0:33 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) from Romford to Rayleigh trainsGreater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) trains will get you between Romford and Rayleigh from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Greater Anglia
Elizabeth Line (TfL)
FAQs: Romford to Rayleigh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Romford to Rayleigh 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 Rayleigh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Romford and Rayleigh
Most Romford to Rayleigh trains use the Romford to Rayleigh station pair. Use this guide to compare Romford and Rayleigh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Romford station do trains to Rayleigh 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 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 Rayleigh station do trains from Romford arrive at?
Getting to Rayleigh from Rayleigh city centre
Rayleigh train station facilities and services
Rayleigh has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rayleigh.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Rayleigh. ATMs are available at Rayleigh.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rayleigh.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rayleigh: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rayleigh: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rayleigh: Staff help available: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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