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Compare train for Edinburgh to Balcombe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Balcombe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £232 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £232, while a train costs an average of £232.
Distance: 581 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£232 Average Price Cheapest | £110 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 21m Average total duration Fastest 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 2h 8m sooner (5h 51m by train vs 7h 59m by car). Tickets start at around £232 compared to roughly £110 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Balcombe train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Balcombe trains for today, Tuesday 15 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 8:00 Edinburgh | 5h16 | 13:16 Balcombe | 1 change | |
| 8:30 Edinburgh | 6h16 | 14:46 Balcombe | 3 changes | |
| 9:00 Edinburgh | 5h16 | 14:16 Balcombe | 1 change | |
| 9:30 Edinburgh | 6h16 | 15:46 Balcombe | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Balcombe
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Balcombe run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £230 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 581 km distance in 5h 16m.
Distance 581 km |
Average train duration 5h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £230 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 5h 16m |
First train 5:37 |
Last train 20:20 |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Edinburgh to Balcombe trainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Edinburgh and Balcombe from £230. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
FAQs: Edinburgh to Balcombe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Balcombe by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Balcombe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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