Cities Near Romford
Cities near Romford, UK: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Barking, Brentwood, Dartford. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Romford, UK is Barking, about 5 mi (8 km) away — roughly 18 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barking | 5 mi / 8 km | 18 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Brentwood | 6 mi / 10 km | 20 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Dartford | 9 mi / 14 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Basildon | 12 mi / 19 km | 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Cheshunt | 13 mi / 20 km | 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Islington | 13 mi / 20 km | 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Harlow | 14 mi / 23 km | 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Beckenham | 15 mi / 24 km | 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Chelmsford | 16 mi / 26 km | 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Chatham | 20 mi / 32 km | 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Romford
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Barking, Brentwood, Dartford, Basildon, Cheshunt. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Romford include Barking, Brentwood, Dartford, Basildon, Cheshunt. The closest is Barking, about 5 miles (8 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.