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Trains from Colchester (COL) to Balcombe (BAB)

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36

train journeys
per day

73

miles (118 kms)

2hrs

fastest journey

04:43 / 00:04

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Colchester (COL) to Balcombe (BAB)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Colchester and Balcombe , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Colchester to Balcombe is approximately 73 miles (118 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 21 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Colchester to Balcombe. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs.

Journeys from Colchester to Balcombe Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:43
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    07:16
    Colchester
    Balcombe
    Colchester to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:33
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    Colchester
    Balcombe
    Colchester to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:06
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    08:16
    Colchester
    Balcombe
    Colchester to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:35
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    08:46
    Colchester
    Balcombe
    Colchester to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:08
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    09:16
    Colchester
    Balcombe
    Colchester to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    2 hrs 2 changes
    09:46
    Colchester
    Balcombe
    Colchester to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:08
    2 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:16
    Colchester
    Balcombe
    Colchester to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:35
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Colchester
    Balcombe
    Colchester to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:03
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    11:16
    Colchester
    Balcombe
    Colchester to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:33
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Colchester
    Balcombe
    Colchester to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:03
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Colchester
    Balcombe
    Colchester to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:33
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Colchester
    Balcombe
    Colchester to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:01
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    13:16
    Colchester
    Balcombe
    Colchester to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:33
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Colchester
    Balcombe
    Colchester to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:01
    2 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    14:17
    Colchester
    Balcombe
    Colchester to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:33
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    14:46
    Colchester
    Balcombe
    Colchester to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:01
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Colchester
    Balcombe
    Colchester to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:33
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    15:46
    Colchester
    Balcombe
    Colchester to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:01
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Colchester
    Balcombe
    Colchester to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:33
    2 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    16:46
    Colchester
    Balcombe
    Colchester to Balcombe

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
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 Colchester and Balcombe

The travel time between Colchester and Balcombe by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Colchester and Balcombe vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:43, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:04.

First class tickets on trains between Colchester and Balcombe typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Colchester 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 Colchester & Balcombe. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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