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Trains from Balcombe (BAB) to Retford

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18

train journeys
per day

160

miles (257 kms)

3hrs 10 mins

fastest journey

01:02 / 00:42

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Balcombe (BAB) to Retford

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Balcombe and Retford , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Balcombe to Retford is approximately 160 miles (257 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 6 mins.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, First Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Balcombe and Retford.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Balcombe to Retford. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 10 mins.

Journeys from Balcombe to Retford Today

  • Mon 6th May
    01:02
    6 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    07:32
    Balcombe
    Retford
    Balcombe to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    05:35
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    08:45
    Balcombe
    Retford
    Balcombe to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    05:55
    4 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    10:27
    Balcombe
    Retford
    Balcombe to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:25
    3 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    10:46
    Balcombe
    Retford
    Balcombe to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    07:55
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    11:10
    Balcombe
    Retford
    Balcombe to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:25
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Balcombe
    Retford
    Balcombe to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    09:55
    3 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    13:10
    Balcombe
    Retford
    Balcombe to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:25
    3 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    14:48
    Balcombe
    Retford
    Balcombe to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    11:55
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    15:11
    Balcombe
    Retford
    Balcombe to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:25
    3 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    16:43
    Balcombe
    Retford
    Balcombe to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    13:55
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    17:11
    Balcombe
    Retford
    Balcombe to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    14:55
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    18:03
    Balcombe
    Retford
    Balcombe to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    15:55
    3 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    19:28
    Balcombe
    Retford
    Balcombe to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    16:55
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    20:05
    Balcombe
    Retford
    Balcombe to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    18:55
    2 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    21:52
    Balcombe
    Retford
    Balcombe to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    19:55
    3 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    23:14
    Balcombe
    Retford
    Balcombe to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    20:55
    9 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    06:24
    Balcombe
    Retford
    Balcombe to Retford
  • Mon 6th May
    23:49
    7 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    07:32
    Balcombe
    Retford
    Balcombe to Retford

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

About Retford Station

Station name Retford (RET)
Address Retford station, Station Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7DE
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 13:00
Saturday 06:00 - 13:00
Sunday 08:20 - 13:00
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 Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Balcombe and Retford

The travel time between Balcombe and Retford by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 10 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Balcombe and Retford vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 01:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:42.

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Amenities on trains between Balcombe and Retford can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Balcombe & Retford. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, First Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Balcombe and Retford.

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