First Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£25
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£30
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
57 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
59 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Royston station (RYS) to Farringdon (ZFD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Royston station (RYS) to Farringdon (ZFD) will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 trains from Royston station (RYS) to Farringdon (ZFD), including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 59 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 3 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Royston station (RYS) to Farringdon (ZFD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £25, while a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 59 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £93 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 25m faster (1h 0m by train vs 1h 25m by car) and roughly £68 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£25 vs £93). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Thameslink.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Royston station (RYS) to Farringdon (ZFD) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W45473 | On time 12:07 Royston station (RYS) | 0h57 | 13:04 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45399 | Delayed 11:40 12:38Royston station (RYS) | 0h56 | 13:34 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32882+ C10114 | Delayed 12:17 12:46Royston station (RYS) | 1h03 | 13:49 Farringdon (ZFD) | 1 change | |
W45491 | On time 13:07 Royston station (RYS) | 0h57 | 14:04 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45431 | On time 13:37 Royston station (RYS) | 0h57 | 14:34 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
C10162+ W32914 | On time 13:46 Royston station (RYS) | 1h03 | 14:49 Farringdon (ZFD) | 1 change | |
W45488 | On time 14:07 Royston station (RYS) | 0h57 | 15:04 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45406 | On time 14:37 Royston station (RYS) | 0h57 | 15:34 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32878+ C10185 | Delayed 14:17 14:46Royston station (RYS) | 1h03 | 15:49 Farringdon (ZFD) | 1 change | |
W45481 | On time 15:07 Royston station (RYS) | 0h57 | 16:04 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
W45410 | On time 15:37 Royston station (RYS) | 0h57 | 16:34 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32893+ C10178 | Delayed 15:17 15:46Royston station (RYS) | 1h03 | 16:49 Farringdon (ZFD) | 1 change | |
W45480 | On time 16:07 Royston station (RYS) | 0h57 | 17:04 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32907+ C22578 | Delayed 15:47 16:18Royston station (RYS) | 1h01 | 17:19 Farringdon (ZFD) | 1 change | |
W45411 | On time 16:37 Royston station (RYS) | 0h57 | 17:34 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32877+ C22585 | Delayed 16:17 16:46Royston station (RYS) | 1h03 | 17:49 Farringdon (ZFD) | 1 change | |
W45386 | On time 17:07 Royston station (RYS) | 0h57 | 18:04 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
W32915+ C22583 | Delayed 16:47 17:16Royston station (RYS) | 1h03 | 18:19 Farringdon (ZFD) | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 8:07 Royston station (RYS) | 0h57 | 9:04 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:37 Royston station (RYS) | 0h57 | 9:34 Farringdon (ZFD) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Royston station (RYS) to Farringdon (ZFD) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. 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 04:37, the last at 16:37. The fastest train covers the 59 km distance in 52m.
Distance 59 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 4:37 |
Last train 16:37 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Royston station (RYS) to Farringdon (ZFD) 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 Farringdon (ZFD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Royston station (RYS) to Farringdon (ZFD) trains use the Royston to London Kings Cross station pair. Use this guide to compare Royston station (RYS) and Farringdon (ZFD) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Royston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Royston.
Wi-Fi is available at Royston.
Ticket office support is available at Royston.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Royston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Royston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Royston: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via the street, steep in places. Assistance Meeting Point is the taxi bay at the front of the station. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern 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: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Farringdon is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Farringdon has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Farringdon.
Ticket office support is available at Farringdon.
Available at Farringdon: Parking.
Available at Farringdon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Farringdon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms including level boarding to Thameslink trains from Zone C on both platforms. Manual ramps are available for other zones and for London Underground services, Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Travelcards. Where tickets for National Rail services are not available through an accessible ticket machine, ticket office staff provide assistance where possible, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.