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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Balcombe is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Balcombe is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Balcombe?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Balcombe. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Balcombe via Brighton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Southampton to Balcombe?

The distance between Southampton and Balcombe is 79 miles. The road distance is 70 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Balcombe without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £23 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Southampton to Balcombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Balcombe train from?

Southampton to Balcombe train services, operated by Southern, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Balcombe?

The best way to get from Southampton to Balcombe is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £23 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus via Slough, which costs £23 - £70 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Southampton to Balcombe train arrive?

Southampton to Balcombe train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Brighton station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Balcombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Balcombe is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Southampton to Balcombe.

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

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Where can I stay near Balcombe?

There are 713+ hotels available in Balcombe.

Southampton to Balcombe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Southampton 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 Southampton Central to Brightontrain Southampton Central - Brighton
2h 28m
£24–34
Drive 69.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Balcombecar 69.6 mi
1h 24m
£18–25
Bus via Slough
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 032
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
3h 9m
£23–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 206
3h 24m
£33–72

Southampton to Balcombe by train

215Weekly Trains

2h 28mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 78.1 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

Southern operates a train from Southampton Central to Brighton hourly. Tickets cost £14–25 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Balcombe via Heathrow Terminal 5, South Terminal Bus Station, and Gatwick Airport in around 3h 9m.

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