The average train between Balham and Cardiff takes 2h 39m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. There is a train service every few hours from Balham to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Balham and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Balham is at 7:34 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 10:48 PM. All services require a transfer at Tottenham Court Road station and take an average of 2h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 33m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Balham to Cardiff? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Balham to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from London Paddington station and arriving at Cardiff Central station via Cardiff Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.
Balham to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.
Balham to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Balham and Cardiff is 209.8 km. The road distance is 241 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 1h 54m.