Southend to Romford by train

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Overview: trains from Southend to Romford

Find the key information for travelling by train from Southend to Romford, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:00 View journey
Last train 22:54 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 41m View journey
Distance (km) 37
Trains / day 28 View all
Cheapest journey £9.32 View journey
Avg journey time 46m
Train operators 1

Travelling from Southend to Romford by train

Considering a train trip from Southend to Romford? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Southend and Romford

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically £9.32, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Southend to Romford train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 06:00.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 22:29.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 06:15.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 22:54.

  • 28 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 38 minutes.

How long is the train journey from Southend to Romford?

This journey covers a total of 37 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 41 minutes.

When are tickets between Southend and Romford available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Southend and Romford can be purchased 2 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Learn more about train travel from Southend to Romford

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Southend and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Romford city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Southend to Romford

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

The trip from Southend to Romford covers a distance of 37 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.