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Trains from Reading Stations to Balcombe (BAB)

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61

train journeys
per day

45

miles (73 kms)

1hrs 44 mins

fastest journey

02:24 / 00:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Reading Stations to Balcombe (BAB)

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On a typical weekday there are 61 scheduled rail journeys between Reading Stations and Balcombe , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 61 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading Stations to Balcombe is approximately 45 miles (73 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading Stations and Balcombe.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Balcombe. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 44 mins.

Journeys from Reading Stations to Balcombe Today

  • Mon 6th May
    02:24
    3 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    05:46
    Reading
    Balcombe
    Reading to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    04:32
    1 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    06:16
    Reading
    Balcombe
    Reading to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    05:10
    2 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    07:16
    Reading
    Balcombe
    Reading to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    05:48
    1 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    07:46
    Reading
    Balcombe
    Reading to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    06:19
    1 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    08:16
    Reading
    Balcombe
    Reading to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:02
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    08:46
    Reading
    Balcombe
    Reading to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:24
    1 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    09:16
    Reading
    Balcombe
    Reading to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    07:56
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    09:46
    Reading
    Balcombe
    Reading to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:23
    1 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    10:16
    Reading
    Balcombe
    Reading to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:54
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    10:46
    Reading
    Balcombe
    Reading to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    08:57
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Reading
    Balcombe
    Reading to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:32
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    11:16
    Reading
    Balcombe
    Reading to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:54
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    11:46
    Reading
    Balcombe
    Reading to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    09:58
    1 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    11:46
    Reading
    Balcombe
    Reading to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:24
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    12:16
    Reading
    Balcombe
    Reading to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:26
    1 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Reading
    Balcombe
    Reading to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:54
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    12:46
    Reading
    Balcombe
    Reading to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    10:59
    1 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    12:46
    Reading
    Balcombe
    Reading to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    11:24
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    13:16
    Reading
    Balcombe
    Reading to Balcombe
  • Mon 6th May
    11:27
    1 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    13:16
    Reading
    Balcombe
    Reading to Balcombe

About Reading Stations Station

Station name Reading Stations (137)
Address London Blackfriars station, Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4DY
Managed by TL

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:15 - 20:30
Saturday 07:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 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 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 Reading Stations and Balcombe

The travel time between Reading Stations and Balcombe by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 44 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading Stations and Balcombe vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 61 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 02:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:29.

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Amenities on trains between Reading 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 Reading Stations & Balcombe. owever, there are 61 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading Stations and Balcombe.

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