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Trains from Balcombe (BAB) to Reading Stations

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38

train journeys
per day

45

miles (73 kms)

1hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

01:06 / 00:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Balcombe (BAB) to Reading Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 38 scheduled rail journeys between Balcombe and Reading Stations , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 38 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Balcombe to Reading Stations is approximately 45 miles (73 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 56 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, South Western Railway, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Balcombe and Reading Stations.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Balcombe to Reading. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Balcombe to Reading Stations Today

  • Mon 25th Mar
    01:06
    5 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    06:51
    Balcombe
    Reading
    Balcombe to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:35
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    07:23
    Balcombe
    Reading
    Balcombe to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    05:55
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    07:44
    Balcombe
    Reading
    Balcombe to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:25
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    08:11
    Balcombe
    Reading
    Balcombe to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    06:55
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    08:41
    Balcombe
    Reading
    Balcombe to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:25
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    09:11
    Balcombe
    Reading
    Balcombe to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    07:55
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    09:41
    Balcombe
    Reading
    Balcombe to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:25
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    10:11
    Balcombe
    Reading
    Balcombe to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    08:55
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    10:38
    Balcombe
    Reading
    Balcombe to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:25
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    11:11
    Balcombe
    Reading
    Balcombe to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    09:55
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    11:39
    Balcombe
    Reading
    Balcombe to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    10:25
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    12:11
    Balcombe
    Reading
    Balcombe to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    10:55
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    12:38
    Balcombe
    Reading
    Balcombe to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    11:25
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    13:11
    Balcombe
    Reading
    Balcombe to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    11:55
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    13:38
    Balcombe
    Reading
    Balcombe to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    12:25
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    14:11
    Balcombe
    Reading
    Balcombe to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    12:55
    1 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    14:38
    Balcombe
    Reading
    Balcombe to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    13:25
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    15:11
    Balcombe
    Reading
    Balcombe to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    13:55
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    15:39
    Balcombe
    Reading
    Balcombe to Reading
  • Mon 25th Mar
    14:25
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    16:11
    Balcombe
    Reading
    Balcombe to Reading

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

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Balcombe and Reading Stations

The travel time between Balcombe and Reading Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 56 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Balcombe and Reading Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 38 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:57.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Balcombe & Reading Stations. owever, there are 38 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, South Western Railway, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Balcombe and Reading Stations.

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