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Trains from Forest Hill (FOH) to Balcombe (BAB)

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69

train journeys
per day

26

miles (43 kms)

54 mins

fastest journey

06:22 / 00:16

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Forest Hill (FOH) to Balcombe (BAB)

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On a typical weekday there are 69 scheduled rail journeys between Forest Hill and Balcombe , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 69 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Forest Hill to Balcombe is approximately 26 miles (43 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 17 mins.

London Overground, Southern, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Forest Hill and Balcombe.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Forest Hill to Balcombe. The fastest journey time on this route takes 54 mins.

Journeys from Forest Hill to Balcombe Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:22
    54 mins 2 changes
    07:16
    Forest Hill
    Balcombe
    Forest Hill to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    06:28
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    07:46
    Forest Hill
    Balcombe
    Forest Hill to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    06:37
    1 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    Forest Hill
    Balcombe
    Forest Hill to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    06:58
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    08:16
    Forest Hill
    Balcombe
    Forest Hill to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:07
    1 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    08:16
    Forest Hill
    Balcombe
    Forest Hill to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:28
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    08:46
    Forest Hill
    Balcombe
    Forest Hill to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:37
    1 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    08:46
    Forest Hill
    Balcombe
    Forest Hill to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:58
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    09:16
    Forest Hill
    Balcombe
    Forest Hill to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:07
    1 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    09:16
    Forest Hill
    Balcombe
    Forest Hill to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:28
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    09:46
    Forest Hill
    Balcombe
    Forest Hill to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:37
    1 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    09:46
    Forest Hill
    Balcombe
    Forest Hill to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:58
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    10:16
    Forest Hill
    Balcombe
    Forest Hill to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:07
    1 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:16
    Forest Hill
    Balcombe
    Forest Hill to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:28
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    10:46
    Forest Hill
    Balcombe
    Forest Hill to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:37
    1 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Forest Hill
    Balcombe
    Forest Hill to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:58
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    11:16
    Forest Hill
    Balcombe
    Forest Hill to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:07
    1 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    11:16
    Forest Hill
    Balcombe
    Forest Hill to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:28
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    11:46
    Forest Hill
    Balcombe
    Forest Hill to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:37
    1 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Forest Hill
    Balcombe
    Forest Hill to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:58
    1 hrs 18 mins 1 change
    12:16
    Forest Hill
    Balcombe
    Forest Hill to Balcombe

About Forest Hill Station

Station name Forest Hill (FOH)
Address Forest Hill station, Devonshire Road, Forest Hill, Greater London, SE23 3HB
Managed by LO

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 20:50
Saturday 06:40 - 21:15
Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
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 Forest Hill and Balcombe

The travel time between Forest Hill and Balcombe by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 17 mins & the fastest journey takes 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Forest Hill and Balcombe vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 69 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:22, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:16.

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Amenities on trains between Forest Hill 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 Hill & Balcombe. owever, there are 69 possible journeys which require a change.

London Overground, Southern, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Forest Hill and Balcombe.

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