Romford to Manchester by train

  • First train
    00:01
  • Last train
    23:58
  • Avg changes
    1
  • Fastest journey
    3hr 10m
  • Distance
    268 kilometres
  • Trains per day
    63
  • Avg. journey time
    4hr 25m
  • Train operators
Prices explained

At Rail Europe we believe in price transparency. We use real data from Rail Europe searches to estimate the cheapest fares you should be able to find for your journey.

The cheapest price is the lowest fare we've ever found for this journey. These prices can usually be found by searching when booking opens but they vary due to availability, which depends on factors like the day of the week or time of year.

More popular journeys include 30 days in advance and 7 days in advance prices. These are updated every two weeks using prices we've found by searching exactly 7 or 30 days from the most recent Thursday (we picked Thursday because this is when average prices are usually found).

30 day and 7 day prices fluctuate based on demand and availability at the time of search. For example, the 7-day price in summer is likely to be more expensive than the same journey in winter.

Prices are sourced in GBP and converted to other currencies using the daily market exchange rate.

We're always seeking to improve how price-checking works, and we welcome feedback on how we can make it better.

Going from Romford to Manchester by train

About to set off from Romford to Manchester by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Train cost from Romford to Manchester

Ready to book tickets from Romford to Manchester? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Romford and Manchester typically run AU$142.39.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 4 and a half months in advance.

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Train schedule for travel between Romford and Manchester

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 63 trains make this journey of 268 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Romford is at 00:01 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 23:58.

During the weekend, 04:58 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 23:55 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 14 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Romford and Manchester

The route’s fastest journey takes 3 hours and 10 minutes, covering a total of 268 kilometres.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Romford and Manchester?

You can secure tickets for travel between Romford and Manchester up to 4 and a half months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Making the most of your trip to Manchester

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Manchester.

FAQs about the train journey from Romford to Manchester

Want to know more about your journey from Romford to Manchester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How far is the train trip from Romford to Manchester?

The total distance from Romford to Manchester is 268 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Romford to Manchester?

The cheapest fare on this route is AU$142.39. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

How far in advance can I book my Romford to Manchester train tickets?

You can start booking tickets for this route 4 and a half months in advance.

How long does the train take from Romford to Manchester?

The fastest journey takes 3 hours and 10 minutes.

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