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Trains from Folkestone Stations to Balcombe (BAB)

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35

train journeys
per day

56

miles (91 kms)

2hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 00:20

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Folkestone Stations to Balcombe (BAB)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Stations and Balcombe , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 35 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Stations to Balcombe is approximately 56 miles (91 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 41 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Balcombe. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Stations to Balcombe Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:11
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    07:46
    Folkestone West
    Balcombe
    Folkestone West to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    06:11
    2 hrs 35 mins 1 change
    08:46
    Folkestone West
    Balcombe
    Folkestone West to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:01
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    09:16
    Folkestone West
    Balcombe
    Folkestone West to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:13
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    09:46
    Folkestone West
    Balcombe
    Folkestone West to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:01
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    10:16
    Folkestone West
    Balcombe
    Folkestone West to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:13
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    10:46
    Folkestone West
    Balcombe
    Folkestone West to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:58
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    11:16
    Folkestone West
    Balcombe
    Folkestone West to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:13
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    11:46
    Folkestone West
    Balcombe
    Folkestone West to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:55
    2 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    12:16
    Folkestone West
    Balcombe
    Folkestone West to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:13
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    12:46
    Folkestone West
    Balcombe
    Folkestone West to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:58
    2 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    13:16
    Folkestone West
    Balcombe
    Folkestone West to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    11:13
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    13:46
    Folkestone West
    Balcombe
    Folkestone West to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    12:01
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    14:17
    Folkestone West
    Balcombe
    Folkestone West to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    12:13
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    14:46
    Folkestone West
    Balcombe
    Folkestone West to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    13:01
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    15:16
    Folkestone West
    Balcombe
    Folkestone West to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    13:13
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    15:46
    Folkestone West
    Balcombe
    Folkestone West to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    14:01
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    16:16
    Folkestone West
    Balcombe
    Folkestone West to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    14:13
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    16:46
    Folkestone West
    Balcombe
    Folkestone West to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    15:01
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    17:16
    Folkestone West
    Balcombe
    Folkestone West to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    15:13
    2 hrs 33 mins 1 change
    17:46
    Folkestone West
    Balcombe
    Folkestone West to Balcombe

About Folkestone Stations Station

Station name Folkestone Stations (78)
Address London Bridge station, Tooley Street / St Thomas Street, London, Greater London, SE1 3QX
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:45 - 01:00
Saturday 04:45 - 01:00
Sunday 05:25 - 01:00
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 Folkestone Stations and Balcombe

The travel time between Folkestone Stations 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 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Stations and Balcombe vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:20.

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Amenities on trains between Folkestone Stations 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 Folkestone Stations & Balcombe. owever, there are 35 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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