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Trains from Balcombe (BAB) to Thornaby (TBY)

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25

train journeys
per day

247

miles (397 kms)

4hrs 13 mins

fastest journey

00:28 / 00:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

5

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Balcombe (BAB) to Thornaby (TBY)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Balcombe and Thornaby , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Balcombe to Thornaby is approximately 247 miles (397 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 15 mins.

Northern Rail, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Balcombe and Thornaby.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Balcombe to Thornaby. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 13 mins.

Journeys from Balcombe to Thornaby Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:28
    9 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    09:29
    Balcombe
    Thornaby
    Balcombe to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:35
    4 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    10:29
    Balcombe
    Thornaby
    Balcombe to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:55
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    10:45
    Balcombe
    Thornaby
    Balcombe to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:25
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    11:15
    Balcombe
    Thornaby
    Balcombe to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:55
    4 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    11:31
    Balcombe
    Thornaby
    Balcombe to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:25
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Balcombe
    Thornaby
    Balcombe to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:55
    4 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    12:45
    Balcombe
    Thornaby
    Balcombe to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:25
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    13:16
    Balcombe
    Thornaby
    Balcombe to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:55
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    13:28
    Balcombe
    Thornaby
    Balcombe to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:55
    4 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    14:15
    Balcombe
    Thornaby
    Balcombe to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:25
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    15:16
    Balcombe
    Thornaby
    Balcombe to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:55
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    15:28
    Balcombe
    Thornaby
    Balcombe to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:25
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    16:16
    Balcombe
    Thornaby
    Balcombe to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:55
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    16:30
    Balcombe
    Thornaby
    Balcombe to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:55
    4 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    17:16
    Balcombe
    Thornaby
    Balcombe to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:55
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    18:08
    Balcombe
    Thornaby
    Balcombe to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:25
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    19:16
    Balcombe
    Thornaby
    Balcombe to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:55
    4 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    19:27
    Balcombe
    Thornaby
    Balcombe to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:25
    4 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    20:16
    Balcombe
    Thornaby
    Balcombe to Thornaby
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:55
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes
    20:30
    Balcombe
    Thornaby
    Balcombe to Thornaby

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 Thornaby Station

Station name Thornaby (TBY)
Address Thornaby station, Mandale Road, Thornaby, Cleveland, TS17 6AW
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:45
Saturday 05:45 - 19:45
Sunday 09:15 - 17:15
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 Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Balcombe and Thornaby

The travel time between Balcombe and Thornaby by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 15 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 13 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Balcombe and Thornaby vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:28, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:49.

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Amenities on trains between Balcombe and Thornaby 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 & Thornaby. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, First TransPennine Express, Grand Central are the main train operating companies running services between Balcombe and Thornaby.

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