The cheapest and fastest trains from Romford station (RMF) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
2 h 24 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Romford station (RMF) to Southampton Central (SOU) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Romford station (RMF) to Southampton Central (SOU) will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 1 trains that leave Romford station (RMF) for Southampton Central (SOU) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 24 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.
7:252h24Romford station (RMF)9:49Southampton Central (SOU)£271One-way0 changes
7:252h24Romford station (RMF)9:49Southampton Central (SOU)£271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Romford station (RMF) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Romford station (RMF) to Southampton Central (SOU) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 134 km
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2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Romford station (RMF) to Southampton Central (SOU) train times
The table below shows live departures for Romford station (RMF) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. 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 station (RMF) | 2h24 | 9:49 Southampton Central (SOU) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Romford station (RMF) to Southampton Central (SOU) by train or coach
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Why should you book Romford station (RMF) to Southampton Central (SOU) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Romford station (RMF) to Southampton Central (SOU).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of South Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from Romford station (RMF) to Southampton Central (SOU).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Romford station (RMF) to Southampton Central (SOU).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Romford station (RMF) to Southampton Central (SOU)
Trains from Romford station (RMF) to Southampton Central (SOU) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 13:25. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 2h 24m.
Distance 134 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 5:47 |
Last train 13:25 |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, South Western Railway from Romford station (RMF) to Southampton Central (SOU) trainsCrossCountry, South Western Railway trains will get you between Romford station (RMF) and Southampton Central (SOU) from £7. 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 station (RMF) to Southampton Central (SOU) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Romford station (RMF) to Southampton Central (SOU) 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 Southampton Central (SOU), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Romford station (RMF) and Southampton Central (SOU)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 07:10 - 20:10
- Car Park: No
- 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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: An accessible, heated waiting room is located on Platform 4. The waiting room is open from first to last train
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 5 and Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services will depart from: Atlanta Boulevard for both Westbound and Eastbound services Click here for map
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
- Car Park: Premium-downside
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
