The average train between Romford and Southampton takes 2h 15m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Romford to Southampton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Romford and Southampton. The earliest departure is at 5:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Romford is at 11:46 PM which arrives into Southampton at 7:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 2h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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2h 5m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Romford to Southampton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Romford to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Romford station and arriving at Southampton station via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.
Romford to Southampton train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from London Waterloo station.
Romford to Southampton train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Southampton Central station.
Book your Romford to Southampton train tickets online with Elizabeth Line (TfL), London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Romford and Southampton is 133.5 km. The road distance is 154 km.
South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Southampton Central every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £30–70 and the journey takes 1h 16m.