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Trains from East Malling (EML) to Balcombe (BAB)

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36

train journeys
per day

29

miles (47 kms)

2hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

05:37 / 00:31

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from East Malling (EML) to Balcombe (BAB)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between East Malling 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 East Malling to Balcombe is approximately 29 miles (47 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 41 mins.

Southern, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between East Malling and Balcombe.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being East Malling to Balcombe. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from East Malling to Balcombe Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:37
    2 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    East Malling
    Balcombe
    East Malling to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    06:35
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    08:46
    East Malling
    Balcombe
    East Malling to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    06:51
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    09:16
    East Malling
    Balcombe
    East Malling to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:35
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    09:46
    East Malling
    Balcombe
    East Malling to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:52
    2 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    10:16
    East Malling
    Balcombe
    East Malling to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:35
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    East Malling
    Balcombe
    East Malling to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:51
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    11:16
    East Malling
    Balcombe
    East Malling to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:35
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    East Malling
    Balcombe
    East Malling to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:51
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    East Malling
    Balcombe
    East Malling to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:35
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    East Malling
    Balcombe
    East Malling to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:51
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    13:16
    East Malling
    Balcombe
    East Malling to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    11:35
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    East Malling
    Balcombe
    East Malling to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    11:51
    2 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    14:17
    East Malling
    Balcombe
    East Malling to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    12:35
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    14:46
    East Malling
    Balcombe
    East Malling to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    12:51
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    East Malling
    Balcombe
    East Malling to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    13:35
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    15:46
    East Malling
    Balcombe
    East Malling to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    13:51
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    East Malling
    Balcombe
    East Malling to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    14:35
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    16:46
    East Malling
    Balcombe
    East Malling to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    14:51
    2 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    17:16
    East Malling
    Balcombe
    East Malling to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    15:35
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    17:46
    East Malling
    Balcombe
    East Malling to Balcombe

About East Malling Station

Station name East Malling (EML)
Address East Malling station, High Street, East Malling, Kent, ME19 6AJ
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

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 East Malling and Balcombe

The travel time between East Malling and Balcombe by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between East Malling 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 05:37, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:31.

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

Southern, Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between East Malling and Balcombe.

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