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Trains from Herne Bay (HNB) to Balcombe (BAB)

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35

train journeys
per day

58

miles (94 kms)

2hrs 55 mins

fastest journey

00:10 / 00:32

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Herne Bay (HNB) to Balcombe (BAB)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Herne Bay 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 Herne Bay to Balcombe is approximately 58 miles (94 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 21 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Herne Bay to Balcombe. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 55 mins.

Journeys from Herne Bay to Balcombe Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:10
    7 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    Herne Bay
    Balcombe
    Herne Bay to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    05:10
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    08:16
    Herne Bay
    Balcombe
    Herne Bay to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    06:21
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    09:16
    Herne Bay
    Balcombe
    Herne Bay to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    06:45
    3 hrs 1 min 1 change
    09:46
    Herne Bay
    Balcombe
    Herne Bay to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:21
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    10:16
    Herne Bay
    Balcombe
    Herne Bay to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:45
    3 hrs 1 min 1 change
    10:46
    Herne Bay
    Balcombe
    Herne Bay to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:21
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    11:16
    Herne Bay
    Balcombe
    Herne Bay to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:45
    3 hrs 1 min 1 change
    11:46
    Herne Bay
    Balcombe
    Herne Bay to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:21
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Herne Bay
    Balcombe
    Herne Bay to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:45
    3 hrs 1 min 1 change
    12:46
    Herne Bay
    Balcombe
    Herne Bay to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:21
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    13:16
    Herne Bay
    Balcombe
    Herne Bay to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:45
    3 hrs 1 min 1 change
    13:46
    Herne Bay
    Balcombe
    Herne Bay to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    11:21
    2 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    14:17
    Herne Bay
    Balcombe
    Herne Bay to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    11:45
    3 hrs 1 min 1 change
    14:46
    Herne Bay
    Balcombe
    Herne Bay to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    12:21
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Herne Bay
    Balcombe
    Herne Bay to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    12:45
    3 hrs 1 min 1 change
    15:46
    Herne Bay
    Balcombe
    Herne Bay to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    13:21
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Herne Bay
    Balcombe
    Herne Bay to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    13:45
    3 hrs 1 min 1 change
    16:46
    Herne Bay
    Balcombe
    Herne Bay to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    14:21
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    17:16
    Herne Bay
    Balcombe
    Herne Bay to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    14:45
    3 hrs 1 min 1 change
    17:46
    Herne Bay
    Balcombe
    Herne Bay to Balcombe

About Herne Bay Station

Station name Herne Bay (HNB)
Address Herne Bay station, The Circus, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 8PJ
Managed by SE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 19:00
Saturday 06:10 - 19:00
Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
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

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 Herne Bay and Balcombe

The travel time between Herne Bay and Balcombe by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Herne Bay 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 00:10, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:32.

First class tickets on trains between Herne Bay and Balcombe typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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

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