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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 JPY 7,037 and averaging JPY 7,319. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 19m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
03:55 St Albans City	05:45 Balcombe	1h 50m, Direct	Find Tickets
04:53 St Albans City	06:16 Balcombe	1h 23m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:23 St Albans City	06:46 Balcombe	1h 23m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:55 St Albans City	07:16 Balcombe	1h 21m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:27 St Albans City	07:46 Balcombe	1h 19m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:57 St Albans City	08:16 Paris	1h 19m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

St Albans to Balcombe train route details

First train

03:55

Last train

22:55

Departure station

St Albans

Arrival station

Balcombe

Journey time

1h 19m

Distance

50 miles

Price

JPY 7,037*

Train Operators

Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from St Albans to Balcombe

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from St Albans to Balcombe during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from St Albans to Balcombe, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from St Albans to Balcombe ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels 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

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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