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Balcombe to East Grinstead by train

First train

04:35

Last train

23:28

Departure station

Balcombe

Arrival station

East Grinstead

Journey time

From 1h 6m

Distance

7 miles (11 km)

Frequency

16 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

Thameslink, Southern

Taking the train from Balcombe to East Grinstead in 1 hour 6 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Balcombe to East Grinstead? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 1 hour 59 minutes to travel the 7 miles (11 km) from Balcombe to East Grinstead by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 6 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 16 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Thameslink or Southern, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Balcombe to East Grinstead in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.

If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to East Grinstead by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Balcombe to East Grinstead? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Balcombe to East Grinstead take?

The average journey time by train between Balcombe and East Grinstead is 1 hour and 59 minutes, with around 16 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Balcombe and East Grinstead by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Balcombe to East Grinstead is 1 hour and 6 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Balcombe to East Grinstead?

No, there are no direct train services from Balcombe to East Grinstead. Travelling from Balcombe to East Grinstead by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Balcombe to East Grinstead leave?

The first train from Balcombe to East Grinstead leaves at 04:35. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Balcombe to East Grinstead leave?

The last train from Balcombe to East Grinstead leaves at 23:28. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Balcombe and East Grinstead by train?

Trains travelling from Balcombe to East Grinstead cover a distance of around 7 miles (11 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from East Grinstead to Balcombe.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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