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Balcombe to East Croydon train prices and times

Planning a journey from Balcombe to East Croydon? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as € 18.83, with average prices for this route around € 18.83. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
21:25 26m, Direct Balcombe	21:51 East Croydon	Find Tickets
21:55 26m, Direct Balcombe	22:21 East Croydon	Find Tickets
22:25 26m, Direct Balcombe	22:51 East Croydon	Find Tickets
22:55 26m, Direct Balcombe	23:21 East Croydon	Find Tickets
23:22 33m, Direct Balcombe	23:55 East Croydon	Find Tickets
23:49 37m, Direct Balcombe	00:26 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Balcombe to East Croydon train route details

First train

00:45

Last train

23:49

Departure station

Balcombe

Arrival station

East Croydon

Journey time

26m

Distance

36 km

Price

€ 18.83*

Train Operators

Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Balcombe to East Croydon

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Balcombe to East Croydon 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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 Balcombe to East Croydon, 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%

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!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Balcombe to East Croydon more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Balcombe to East Croydon 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:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Balcombe to East Croydon train prices and times

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