Elephant & Castle to Balcombe by train
| First train | 04:14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:54 | |
| Departure station | Elephant & Castle | |
| Arrival station | Balcombe | |
| Journey time | From 1h 2m | |
| Distance | 30 miles (49 km) | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Take the train from Elephant & Castle to Balcombe in 1 hour 2 minutes
If you want to travel from Elephant & Castle to Balcombe by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Elephant & Castle to Balcombe by train to take around 1 hour 10 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 2 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 30 miles (49 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Balcombe. You can travel with Thameslink trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Elephant & Castle to Balcombe are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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