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Trains from Eltham (ELW) to Balcombe (BAB)

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38

train journeys
per day

28

miles (46 kms)

1hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

05:35 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Eltham (ELW) to Balcombe (BAB)

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

The distance by rail from Eltham to Balcombe is approximately 28 miles (46 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 37 mins.

Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Eltham and Balcombe.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Eltham to Balcombe. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from Eltham to Balcombe Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:35
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    06:46
    Eltham
    Balcombe
    Eltham to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:50
    1 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    07:16
    Eltham
    Balcombe
    Eltham to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:26
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    07:46
    Eltham
    Balcombe
    Eltham to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:56
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    08:16
    Eltham
    Balcombe
    Eltham to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:24
    1 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    08:46
    Eltham
    Balcombe
    Eltham to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:57
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    09:16
    Eltham
    Balcombe
    Eltham to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:27
    1 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    09:46
    Eltham
    Balcombe
    Eltham to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:55
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    10:16
    Eltham
    Balcombe
    Eltham to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:26
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    10:46
    Eltham
    Balcombe
    Eltham to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:56
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    11:16
    Eltham
    Balcombe
    Eltham to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:26
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    11:46
    Eltham
    Balcombe
    Eltham to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:03
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    12:16
    Eltham
    Balcombe
    Eltham to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:26
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    12:46
    Eltham
    Balcombe
    Eltham to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:56
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    13:16
    Eltham
    Balcombe
    Eltham to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:26
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    13:46
    Eltham
    Balcombe
    Eltham to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:56
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    14:17
    Eltham
    Balcombe
    Eltham to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:26
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    14:46
    Eltham
    Balcombe
    Eltham to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:55
    1 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    15:16
    Eltham
    Balcombe
    Eltham to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:26
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    15:46
    Eltham
    Balcombe
    Eltham to Balcombe
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:56
    1 hrs 20 mins 1 change
    16:16
    Eltham
    Balcombe
    Eltham to Balcombe

About Eltham Station

Station name Eltham (ELW)
Address Eltham station, Well Hall Road, Eltham, Greater London, SE9 6SL
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:40 - 20:00
Saturday 06:10 - 20:00
Sunday 08:10 - 15:40
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Eltham and Balcombe

The travel time between Eltham and Balcombe by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Eltham and Balcombe 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 05:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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Amenities on trains between Eltham 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 Eltham & Balcombe. owever, there are 38 possible journeys which require a change.

Thameslink, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Eltham and Balcombe.

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