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St Albans to Balcombe Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from St Albans to Balcombe, starting from AU$49.52 and averaging AU$75.33. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 19m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • Mon, Jul 28
    From AU$49.52
  • Tue, Jul 29
    From AU$72.44
  • Wed, Jul 30
    From AU$72.44
  • Thu, Jul 31
    From AU$72.44
  • Fri, Aug 1
    From AU$72.44
  • Sat, Aug 2
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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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00:23
St Albans City
05:35
Balcombe
5h 12m, Changes requiredThameslink
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03:55
St Albans City
05:45
Balcombe
1h 50m, DirectThameslink
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04:53
St Albans City
06:16
Balcombe
1h 23m, DirectThameslink
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05:23
St Albans City
06:46
Balcombe
1h 23m, DirectThameslink
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05:55
St Albans City
07:16
Balcombe
1h 21m, DirectThameslink
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06:09
St Albans Abbey
08:46
Paris
2h 37m, Changes requiredWest Midlands TrainsSouthernThameslink
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St Albans to Balcombe Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:23
Last train
Last train
23:08
Departure station
Departure station
St Albans
Arrival station
Arrival station
Balcombe
Journey time
Journey time
1h 19m
Distance
Distance
79 km
Price
Price
AU$49.52*
Train operators
Train operators
Thameslink, Southern, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from St Albans to Balcombe

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from St Albans to Balcombe can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from St Albans to Balcombe for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around an extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from St Albans to Balcombe, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won't even need to leave the train… or often your seat!
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

St Albans to Balcombe Train Ticket Types

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.