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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Balcombe is to drive which costs £16 - £25 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Balcombe is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £30 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Balcombe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Luton and arriving at Balcombe. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Luton to Balcombe?

The distance between Luton and Balcombe is 67 miles. The road distance is 67.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Balcombe without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £30 - £65.

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

The train from Luton to Balcombe takes 1h 33m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Luton to Balcombe train from?

Luton to Balcombe train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.

Train or bus from Luton to Balcombe?

The best way to get from Luton to Balcombe is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Luton to Balcombe train arrive?

Luton to Balcombe train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Balcombe station.

Can I drive from Luton to Balcombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Balcombe is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Luton to Balcombe.

Where can I stay near Balcombe?

There are 689+ hotels available in Balcombe.

Luton to Balcombe - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Luton to Balcombe by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Luton to BalcombeBedford - Brighton / ...
1h 33m
£30–65
Drive 67.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Luton to Balcombe67.2 mi
1h 41m
£17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to South Terminal Bus Station230
3h 13m
£27–61

Luton to Balcombe by train

262Weekly Trains

1h 33mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 66.5 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

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

Thameslink operates a train from Luton to Balcombe every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £30–65 and the journey takes 1h 33m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Luton Station Interchange to South Terminal Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £24–55 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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