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Trains from Aberdare (ABA) to Balcombe (BAB)

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26

train journeys
per day

149

miles (241 kms)

4hrs 55 mins

fastest journey

05:51 / 20:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Aberdare (ABA) to Balcombe (BAB)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Aberdare and Balcombe , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Aberdare to Balcombe is approximately 149 miles (241 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 6 mins.

Thameslink, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Aberdare and Balcombe.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Aberdare to Balcombe. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 55 mins.

Journeys from Aberdare to Balcombe Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:51
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Aberdare
    Balcombe
    Aberdare to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:21
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    11:16
    Aberdare
    Balcombe
    Aberdare to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:51
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Aberdare
    Balcombe
    Aberdare to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:21
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Aberdare
    Balcombe
    Aberdare to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:51
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Aberdare
    Balcombe
    Aberdare to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:21
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    13:16
    Aberdare
    Balcombe
    Aberdare to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:51
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Aberdare
    Balcombe
    Aberdare to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:21
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    14:17
    Aberdare
    Balcombe
    Aberdare to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:51
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    14:46
    Aberdare
    Balcombe
    Aberdare to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:21
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    15:16
    Aberdare
    Balcombe
    Aberdare to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:51
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    15:46
    Aberdare
    Balcombe
    Aberdare to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:21
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    16:16
    Aberdare
    Balcombe
    Aberdare to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:51
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    16:46
    Aberdare
    Balcombe
    Aberdare to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:21
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    17:16
    Aberdare
    Balcombe
    Aberdare to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:51
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    17:46
    Aberdare
    Balcombe
    Aberdare to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:21
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    18:17
    Aberdare
    Balcombe
    Aberdare to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:51
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    18:47
    Aberdare
    Balcombe
    Aberdare to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:21
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    19:16
    Aberdare
    Balcombe
    Aberdare to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:51
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    19:46
    Aberdare
    Balcombe
    Aberdare to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:21
    4 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    20:16
    Aberdare
    Balcombe
    Aberdare to Balcombe

About Aberdare Station

Station name Aberdare (ABA)
Address Aberdare station, Abernant Road, Aberdare, Mid Glamorgan, CF44 0PU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 14:40
Saturday 07:40 - 15:55
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Balcombe Station

Station name Balcombe (BAB)
Address Balcombe station, London Road, Balcombe, West Sussex, RH17 6JQ
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 14:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Aberdare and Balcombe

The travel time between Aberdare and Balcombe by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Aberdare and Balcombe vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:51, and the last train of the day leaves at 20:55.

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Amenities on trains between Aberdare and Balcombe can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Aberdare & Balcombe. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Aberdare and Balcombe.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Aberdare and Balcombe, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.