The average train between Balham and Plymouth takes 4h 6m and the fastest train takes 3h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Balham to Plymouth. 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 4 hours between Balham and Plymouth. The earliest departure is at 6:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Balham is at 7:34 PM which arrives into Plymouth at 12:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Tottenham Court Road station and take an average of 4h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 5m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Balham to Plymouth? 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 Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Balham station and arriving at Plymouth station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.
Balham to Plymouth train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from London Paddington station.
Balham to Plymouth train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Plymouth station.
Book your Balham to Plymouth train tickets online with London Underground (Tube), Elizabeth Line (TfL) and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Balham and Plymouth is 304.2 km. The road distance is 374 km.
Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Plymouth hourly. Tickets cost £100–190 and the journey takes 3h 13m.