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Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Balcombe (BAB)

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37

train journeys
per day

53

miles (86 kms)

1hrs 38 mins

fastest journey

00:11 / 00:04

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Chelmsford (CHM) to Balcombe (BAB)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Chelmsford and Balcombe , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 37 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chelmsford to Balcombe is approximately 53 miles (86 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 4 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Balcombe.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chelmsford to Balcombe. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 38 mins.

Journeys from Chelmsford to Balcombe Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:11
    5 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    05:45
    Chelmsford
    Balcombe
    Chelmsford to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:11
    2 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    07:16
    Chelmsford
    Balcombe
    Chelmsford to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:56
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    Chelmsford
    Balcombe
    Chelmsford to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:29
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    08:16
    Chelmsford
    Balcombe
    Chelmsford to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:00
    1 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    08:46
    Chelmsford
    Balcombe
    Chelmsford to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    09:16
    Chelmsford
    Balcombe
    Chelmsford to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:08
    1 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:46
    Chelmsford
    Balcombe
    Chelmsford to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:29
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    10:16
    Chelmsford
    Balcombe
    Chelmsford to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:57
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Chelmsford
    Balcombe
    Chelmsford to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:26
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    11:16
    Chelmsford
    Balcombe
    Chelmsford to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:54
    1 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Chelmsford
    Balcombe
    Chelmsford to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:25
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Chelmsford
    Balcombe
    Chelmsford to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:55
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Chelmsford
    Balcombe
    Chelmsford to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:25
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    13:16
    Chelmsford
    Balcombe
    Chelmsford to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:55
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Chelmsford
    Balcombe
    Chelmsford to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:25
    1 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    14:17
    Chelmsford
    Balcombe
    Chelmsford to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:56
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    14:46
    Chelmsford
    Balcombe
    Chelmsford to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:25
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Chelmsford
    Balcombe
    Chelmsford to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:55
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    15:46
    Chelmsford
    Balcombe
    Chelmsford to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:25
    1 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Chelmsford
    Balcombe
    Chelmsford to Balcombe

About Chelmsford Station

Station name Chelmsford (CHM)
Address Chelmsford station, Duke Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1HT
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 22:00
Saturday 05:50 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 23:00
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 Available
ATM Machine Available

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 Chelmsford and Balcombe

The travel time between Chelmsford and Balcombe by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 4 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 38 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chelmsford and Balcombe vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:04.

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Amenities on trains between Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford & Balcombe. owever, there are 37 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Chelmsford and Balcombe.

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