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Trains from Forest Gate to Balcombe (BAB)

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38

train journeys
per day

34

miles (56 kms)

1hrs 9 mins

fastest journey

00:26 / 00:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Forest Gate to Balcombe (BAB)

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On a typical weekday there are 38 scheduled rail journeys between Forest Gate 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 Forest Gate to Balcombe is approximately 34 miles (56 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 27 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Forest Gate and Balcombe.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Forest Gate to Balcombe. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 9 mins.

Journeys from Forest Gate to Balcombe Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:26
    5 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    05:46
    Forest Gate
    Balcombe
    Forest Gate to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    05:34
    1 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    06:46
    Forest Gate
    Balcombe
    Forest Gate to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    06:03
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    07:16
    Forest Gate
    Balcombe
    Forest Gate to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    06:33
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    07:46
    Forest Gate
    Balcombe
    Forest Gate to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:03
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    08:16
    Forest Gate
    Balcombe
    Forest Gate to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:33
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    08:46
    Forest Gate
    Balcombe
    Forest Gate to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:03
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    09:16
    Forest Gate
    Balcombe
    Forest Gate to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:33
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    09:46
    Forest Gate
    Balcombe
    Forest Gate to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:03
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    10:16
    Forest Gate
    Balcombe
    Forest Gate to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:33
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    10:46
    Forest Gate
    Balcombe
    Forest Gate to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:03
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    11:16
    Forest Gate
    Balcombe
    Forest Gate to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:33
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    11:46
    Forest Gate
    Balcombe
    Forest Gate to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    11:03
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    12:16
    Forest Gate
    Balcombe
    Forest Gate to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    11:33
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    12:46
    Forest Gate
    Balcombe
    Forest Gate to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    12:03
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    13:16
    Forest Gate
    Balcombe
    Forest Gate to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    12:33
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    13:46
    Forest Gate
    Balcombe
    Forest Gate to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    13:03
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    14:17
    Forest Gate
    Balcombe
    Forest Gate to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    13:33
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    14:46
    Forest Gate
    Balcombe
    Forest Gate to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    14:03
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    15:16
    Forest Gate
    Balcombe
    Forest Gate to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    14:33
    1 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    15:46
    Forest Gate
    Balcombe
    Forest Gate to Balcombe

About Forest Gate Station

Station name Forest Gate (FOG)
Address Forest Gate station, Woodgrange Road, Forest Gate, Greater London, E7 0NF
Managed by XR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:40
Saturday 06:40 - 18:40
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 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 Forest Gate and Balcombe

The travel time between Forest Gate and Balcombe by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 27 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 9 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Forest Gate 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 00:26, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:09.

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

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Forest Gate and Balcombe.

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