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Trains from Rayleigh (RLG) to Balcombe (BAB)

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38

train journeys
per day

48

miles (78 kms)

2hrs

fastest journey

04:46 / 00:05

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Rayleigh (RLG) to Balcombe (BAB)

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On a typical weekday there are 38 scheduled rail journeys between Rayleigh 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 Rayleigh to Balcombe is approximately 48 miles (78 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 19 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rayleigh to Balcombe. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs.

Journeys from Rayleigh to Balcombe Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:46
    2 hrs 2 changes
    06:46
    Rayleigh
    Balcombe
    Rayleigh to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    05:16
    2 hrs 2 changes
    07:16
    Rayleigh
    Balcombe
    Rayleigh to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    05:46
    2 hrs 2 changes
    07:46
    Rayleigh
    Balcombe
    Rayleigh to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    06:16
    2 hrs 2 changes
    08:16
    Rayleigh
    Balcombe
    Rayleigh to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    06:46
    2 hrs 2 changes
    08:46
    Rayleigh
    Balcombe
    Rayleigh to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:06
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    09:16
    Rayleigh
    Balcombe
    Rayleigh to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:46
    2 hrs 2 changes
    09:46
    Rayleigh
    Balcombe
    Rayleigh to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:06
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    10:16
    Rayleigh
    Balcombe
    Rayleigh to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:46
    2 hrs 2 changes
    10:46
    Rayleigh
    Balcombe
    Rayleigh to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:06
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    11:16
    Rayleigh
    Balcombe
    Rayleigh to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:46
    2 hrs 2 changes
    11:46
    Rayleigh
    Balcombe
    Rayleigh to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:06
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Rayleigh
    Balcombe
    Rayleigh to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:46
    2 hrs 2 changes
    12:46
    Rayleigh
    Balcombe
    Rayleigh to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    11:06
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    13:16
    Rayleigh
    Balcombe
    Rayleigh to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    11:46
    2 hrs 2 changes
    13:46
    Rayleigh
    Balcombe
    Rayleigh to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    12:06
    2 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    14:17
    Rayleigh
    Balcombe
    Rayleigh to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    12:46
    2 hrs 2 changes
    14:46
    Rayleigh
    Balcombe
    Rayleigh to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    13:06
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Rayleigh
    Balcombe
    Rayleigh to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    13:46
    2 hrs 2 changes
    15:46
    Rayleigh
    Balcombe
    Rayleigh to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    14:06
    2 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Rayleigh
    Balcombe
    Rayleigh to Balcombe

About Rayleigh Station

Station name Rayleigh (RLG)
Address Rayleigh station, Station Road, Rayleigh, Essex, SS6 7HJ
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 20:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 20:00
Thursday 06:00 - 20:00
Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:10 - 19:30
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 Rayleigh and Balcombe

The travel time between Rayleigh and Balcombe by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rayleigh 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 04:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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

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

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