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Romford to Birmingham train prices and times
Looking to travel from Romford to Birmingham? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £26.00, with average prices for this route around £26.00.
To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
04:58 Romford | 07:48 Birmingham New Street | Elizabeth line![]() | Find Tickets |
04:58 Romford | 08:35 Birmingham Moor Street | Elizabeth line![]() | Find Tickets |
05:06 Romford | 08:35 Birmingham Moor Street | Elizabeth line![]() | Find Tickets |
05:18 Romford | 08:00 Birmingham New Street | Elizabeth line![]() | Find Tickets |
05:47 Romford | 09:05 Birmingham Moor Street | Elizabeth line![]() | Find Tickets |
06:01 Romford | 08:27 Paris | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
Romford to Birmingham train route details

First train
00:10

Last train
23:25

Journey time
2h 22m

Distance
109 miles

Price
£26.00*
How to book cheap train tickets from Romford to Birmingham

Travelling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Romford to Birmingham can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Romford to Birmingham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Romford to Birmingham ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Romford to Birmingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Romford to Birmingham train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Romford to Birmingham with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

Advance train tickets
Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.











