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Grantham to Balcombe train prices and times

Planning a journey from Grantham to Balcombe? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €24.58, with average prices for this route around €28.54. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
09:27 3h 50m, 3 changes Grantham	13:17 Balcombe	Find Tickets
09:44 4h 3m, 3 changes Grantham	13:47 Balcombe	Find Tickets
10:20 3h 57m, 3 changes Grantham	14:17 Balcombe	Find Tickets
10:45 4h 2m, 3 changes Grantham	14:47 Balcombe	Find Tickets
11:20 3h 57m, 3 changes Grantham	15:17 Balcombe	Find Tickets
11:43 4h 4m, 3 changes Grantham	15:47 Paris	Find Tickets

Grantham to Balcombe train route details

First train

09:27

Last train

22:27

Departure city

Grantham

Arrival station

Balcombe

Journey time

3h 44m

Distance

130 miles

Price

€24.58*

Train Operators

Thameslink, Southern, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Grantham to Balcombe

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Grantham to Balcombe can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Grantham 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 for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Grantham to Balcombe, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Grantham to Balcombe ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Grantham to Balcombe more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Grantham to Balcombe train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train 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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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
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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