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Overview: Train from Stratford to Romford
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Stratford to Romford run on average 7 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 20m.
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
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 20m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Train companies: Elizabeth line from Stratford to Romford trainsElizabeth line trains will get you between Stratford and Romford from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Elizabeth line
About
Tfl Rail is a railway service operated by Transport for London in the United Kingdom. It operates on the Great Western Main Line and the Heathrow branch of the London Underground. The service runs from Paddington in London to Reading, Maidenhead, Slough, and Heathrow Airport. It also serves the towns of Taplow, Burnham, Twyford, and Hayes & Harlington. All trains are air-conditioned and feature onboard Wi-Fi, power sockets, and digital information screens. Tfl Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and Oyster cards. Oyster cards are the most popular ticket type, allowing passengers to pay for their journey with a single card. The most popular routes for Tfl Rail are Paddington to Reading, Paddington to Maidenhead, and Paddington to Heathrow Airport. These routes offer frequent services and provide passengers with a convenient way to travel between London and the surrounding areas.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Elizabeth line Duration
20m
Cheapest Elizabeth line Price
£6
Elizabeth line frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds available through TfL website or customer service
Refund
Full refund available for service cancellations
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
No dedicated dining car. Passengers can bring their own food and drinks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Step-free access at most stations, wheelchair spaces on trains, priority seating
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be leashed. Guide dogs welcome
Quiet zone
Family area
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Jellied Eels
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Ottoman Palace
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The Sutton Arms
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British pound (£)
Moderate for Greater London. Dining and transport are manageable, but hotels often cost more than in many UK towns outside London.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4.50 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafés do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
FAQs: Stratford to Romford train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stratford to Romford 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 Romford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Stratford to Romford can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Stratford to Romford covers a distance of 14 km and takes approximately 20m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Stratford to Romford is 14 km.
The first train from Stratford to Romford leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Stratford to Romford departs at 23:58.
Trains from Stratford to Romford run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Stratford to Romford.
Yes, there is a direct train between Stratford and Romford. The service operates 7 times per day, provided by Elizabeth line.
There is no night train service from Stratford to Romford.
The train station in Stratford that goes to Romford is Stratford (London) (SRA), and it arrives at Romford station (RMF).
Booking trains from Stratford to Romford in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Stratford to Romford primarily passes through urban and suburban areas, so it is not considered particularly scenic.
Yes, you can take the train from Stratford to Romford.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stratford and Romford
Most Stratford to Romford trains use the Stratford (London) to Romford station pair, with some services arriving at Harold Wood. Use this guide to compare Stratford and Romford train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Stratford
Arrival train stations in Romford
Which Stratford station do trains to Romford leave from?
Trains from Stratford to Romford leave from Stratford (London). The station is 1 km from Stratford city centre at Stratford station, Station Street, Stratford, Greater London, E15 1AZ.
Stratford (London)Stratford station, Station Street, Stratford, Greater London, E15 1AZ
City-centre transport
Getting to Stratford (London) from Stratford city centre
TrainDlr · 2m · £2 · every ~27 min
Bus108 · 6m · £4 · every ~24 min
SubwayJubilee · 3m · £0.89 · every ~63 min
Stratford (London) train station facilities and services
Stratford (London) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Stratford (London).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stratford (London). ATMs are available at Stratford (London).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stratford (London). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stratford (London): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stratford (London): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stratford (London): 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, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, 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.
MarylandMaryland station, Leytonstone Road, Maryland Point, Greater London, E15 1SA
City-centre transport
Getting to Maryland from Stratford city centre
BusN8 · 6m · £4 · every ~4 min
N8 · 7m · £4 · every ~4 min
69 · 15m · £9 · every ~29 min
Maryland train station facilities and services
Maryland has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Maryland.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Maryland.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Maryland. 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 Maryland: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Maryland: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Maryland: 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 1&2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: An accessible ticket machine is located within the stations ticket hall, 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 Romford station do trains from Stratford arrive at?
Trains from Stratford to Romford most often arrive at Romford. Some services arrive at Harold Wood, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Romford arrival station.
RomfordRomford station, South Street, Romford, Greater London, RM1 1SX
City-centre transport
Getting to Romford from Romford city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesRail replacement bus services will depart from: Atlanta Boulevard for both Westbound and Eastbound services Click here for map
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.
Harold WoodHarold Wood station, Gubbins Lane, Harold Wood, Greater London, RM3 0BL
City-centre transport
Getting to Harold Wood from Romford city centre
Harold Wood is 3 km from Romford city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainElizabeth, Heathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield, London Liverpool Street - Shenfield, Heathrow Terminal 4 - Shenfield, Hayes & Harlington - Shenfield · 6m · £3 · every ~20 min
Bus294 · 15m · £4 · every ~19 min
294 · 17m · £4 · every ~19 min
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.
Gidea ParkGidea Park station, Station Road, Gidea Park, Greater London, RM2 6BX
City-centre transport
Getting to Gidea Park from Romford city centre
Gidea Park is 1 km from Romford city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainElizabeth, London Liverpool Street - Shenfield, Heathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield, Heathrow Terminal 4 - Shenfield, London Liverpool Street - Gidea Park, Hayes & Harlington - Shenfield · 3m · £0.89 · every ~21 min
Bus649, 650, 496 · 6m · £4 · every ~16 min
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.
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