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Trains from Manchester Stations to Balcombe (BAB)

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19

train journeys
per day

189

miles (305 kms)

3hrs 41 mins

fastest journey

06:31 / 01:26

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Balcombe (BAB)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Balcombe , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Balcombe is approximately 189 miles (305 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 37 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Balcombe.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Balcombe. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 41 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Balcombe Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:31
    3 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    10:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balcombe
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:35
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    11:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balcombe
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:35
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balcombe
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:35
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    13:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balcombe
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:35
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    14:17
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balcombe
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    11:15
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    15:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balcombe
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    11:35
    4 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    15:46
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balcombe
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    12:35
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balcombe
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    13:35
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    17:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balcombe
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    14:35
    3 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    18:17
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balcombe
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    15:35
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    19:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balcombe
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    16:35
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    20:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balcombe
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    17:35
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    21:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balcombe
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    18:35
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    22:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balcombe
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    19:15
    4 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    23:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balcombe
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    20:15
    4 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    00:34
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balcombe
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    21:15
    8 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    05:45
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balcombe
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    22:30
    9 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    08:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balcombe
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    23:52
    8 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    08:46
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balcombe
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balcombe

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
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 Manchester Stations and Balcombe

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Balcombe by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 41 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Balcombe vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:31, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:26.

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Amenities on trains between Manchester 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 Manchester Stations & Balcombe. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Balcombe.

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