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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Balcombe (BAB)

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35

train journeys
per day

88

miles (141 kms)

2hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

05:46 / 23:40

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Balcombe (BAB)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich 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 Ipswich to Balcombe is approximately 88 miles (141 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 53 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Balcombe.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to Balcombe. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 28 mins.

Journeys from Ipswich to Balcombe Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:46
    2 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    08:16
    Ipswich
    Balcombe
    Ipswich to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    06:11
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    08:46
    Ipswich
    Balcombe
    Ipswich to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    06:45
    2 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    09:16
    Ipswich
    Balcombe
    Ipswich to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:09
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    09:46
    Ipswich
    Balcombe
    Ipswich to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:48
    2 hrs 28 mins 2 changes
    10:16
    Ipswich
    Balcombe
    Ipswich to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:13
    2 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Ipswich
    Balcombe
    Ipswich to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:44
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    11:16
    Ipswich
    Balcombe
    Ipswich to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:10
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Ipswich
    Balcombe
    Ipswich to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:44
    2 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Ipswich
    Balcombe
    Ipswich to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:10
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Ipswich
    Balcombe
    Ipswich to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:41
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    13:16
    Ipswich
    Balcombe
    Ipswich to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    11:10
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Ipswich
    Balcombe
    Ipswich to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    11:42
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    14:17
    Ipswich
    Balcombe
    Ipswich to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    11:52
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    14:46
    Ipswich
    Balcombe
    Ipswich to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    12:42
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Ipswich
    Balcombe
    Ipswich to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    13:10
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    15:46
    Ipswich
    Balcombe
    Ipswich to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    13:41
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Ipswich
    Balcombe
    Ipswich to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    13:52
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    16:46
    Ipswich
    Balcombe
    Ipswich to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    14:42
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    17:16
    Ipswich
    Balcombe
    Ipswich to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    15:09
    2 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    17:46
    Ipswich
    Balcombe
    Ipswich to Balcombe

About Ipswich Station

Station name Ipswich (IPS)
Address Ipswich station, Burrell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8AL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 21:20
Saturday 05:00 - 21:20
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
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 Ipswich and Balcombe

The travel time between Ipswich and Balcombe by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 53 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich 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 05:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:40.

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

Elizabeth Line, Abellio Greater Anglia, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Balcombe.

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