Travel from Chester to Romford by train in 5 hours 30 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Chester to Romford by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Chester to Romford by train is 5 hours 40 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 5 hours 30 minutes. You'll usually find 2 trains per day travelling the 171 miles (275 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes along the way to Romford. You'll be travelling with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or CrossCountry on your way to Romford, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Chester to Romford.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Romford, including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
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Cheap train tickets from Chester to Romford
Book in advance
Look out for Advance tickets – they usually come out up to 12 weeks before the departure date and can be cheaper than buying on the day. If you’re here a tad early, sign up for our Advance ticket alert today to get notified when your tickets are released.
Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Chester to Romford is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.