What is the cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Balcombe?

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Balcombe is to bus which costs £10 - £21 and takes 3h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cambridge to Balcombe?

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Balcombe is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Balcombe?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Balcombe. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Balcombe via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Balcombe?

The distance between Cambridge and Balcombe is 93 miles. The road distance is 99.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cambridge to Balcombe without a car?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Balcombe without a car is to train via London which takes 2h 4m and costs £21 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Cambridge to Balcombe?

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Cambridge to Balcombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Balcombe train from?

Cambridge to Balcombe train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Balcombe?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Balcombe is to train via London which takes 2h 4m and costs £21 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £21 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Cambridge to Balcombe train arrive?

Cambridge to Balcombe train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Balcombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Balcombe is 99 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Cambridge to Balcombe.

How do I get a train ticket from Cambridge to Balcombe?

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Where can I stay near Balcombe?

There are 694+ hotels available in Balcombe.

Cambridge to Balcombe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cambridge to Balcombe by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's CrossKings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to BalcombeBedford - Brighton / ...
2h 4m
£22–46
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to Gatwick Airport South TerminalUk066
3h 39m
£10–20
Drive 98.6 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Balcombe98.6 mi
1h 41m
£24–35
Train
1. Take the train from Cambridge to East CroydonCambridge - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from East Croydon to BalcombeLondon Bridge - Brighton / ...
2h 22m
£33–73
Bus via South Terminal Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Parkside to South Terminal Coach StationUk066
3h 44m
£10–20

Cambridge to Balcombe by train

265Weekly Trains

2h 4mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 92.2 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Balcombe, England?

You can take a train from Cambridge to Balcombe via London Kings Cross and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to Gatwick Airport South Terminal every 4 hours. Tickets cost £7–12 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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