What is the cheapest way to get from East Grinstead to Balcombe?

The cheapest way to get from East Grinstead to Balcombe is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from East Grinstead to Balcombe?

The fastest way to get from East Grinstead to Balcombe is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs £21 - £26.

Is there a direct train between East Grinstead and Balcombe?

No, there is no direct train from East Grinstead to Balcombe. However, there are services departing from East Grinstead and arriving at Balcombe via East Croydon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from East Grinstead to Balcombe?

The distance between East Grinstead and Balcombe is 22 miles. The road distance is 8.9 miles.

How do I travel from East Grinstead to Balcombe without a car?

The best way to get from East Grinstead to Balcombe without a car is to line 270 bus which takes 1h 8m and costs £4 - £9.

How long does it take to get from East Grinstead to Balcombe?

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from East Grinstead to Balcombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Grinstead to Balcombe train from?

East Grinstead to Balcombe train services, operated by Southern, depart from East Grinstead station.

Train or bus from East Grinstead to Balcombe?

The best way to get from East Grinstead to Balcombe is to line 270 bus which takes 1h 8m and costs £4 - £9. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £16 - £40 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the East Grinstead to Balcombe train arrive?

East Grinstead to Balcombe train services, operated by Southern, arrive at East Croydon station.

Can I drive from East Grinstead to Balcombe?

Yes, the driving distance between East Grinstead to Balcombe is 9 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from East Grinstead to Balcombe.

How do I get a train ticket from East Grinstead to Balcombe?

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Where can I stay near Balcombe?

There are 694+ hotels available in Balcombe.

East Grinstead to Balcombe - 5 ways to travel via train, line 270 bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from East Grinstead to Balcombe by bus, train, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 270 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sackville College to Perrymount Road270
1h 8m
£5–9
Drive 8.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from East Grinstead to Balcombe8.9 mi
13 min
£3–4
Train
1. Take the train from East Grinstead to East CroydonEast Grinstead - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from East Croydon to BalcombeLondon Bridge - Brighton / ...
1h 23m
£17–36
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from East Grinstead to Balcombe8.9 mi
13 min
£21–26
Line 400 bus
1. Take the bus from War Memorial to Gatwick South Terminal400
1h 24m
£5–12

East Grinstead to Balcombe by bus and train

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1h 8mAverage Duration

£5Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from East Grinstead to Balcombe.

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Distance: 22.2 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between East Grinstead, England and Balcombe, England?

Metrobus operates a bus from Sackville College to Perrymount Road every 4 hours. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from East Grinstead to Balcombe via East Croydon in around 1h 23m.

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