The average train between Portsmouth and Balham takes 2h 14m and the fastest train takes 1h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Portsmouth to Balham. 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 hourly between Portsmouth and Balham. The earliest departure is at 4:35 AM at night, and the last departure from Portsmouth is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Balham at 12:38 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

1h 54m • 1 change

1h 43m • 1 change

1h 56m • 1 change

2h 3m • 1 change

2h • 1 change

2h 7m • 1 change

2h 4m • 1 change

1h 51m • 1 change

1h 54m • 1 change

1h 54m • 1 change

1h 54m • 1 change

1h 50m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Portsmouth to Balham? 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 Portsmouth to Balham. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth station and arriving at Balham station via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.
Portsmouth to Balham train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.
Portsmouth to Balham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Clapham Junction station.
Book your Portsmouth to Balham train tickets online with South Western Railway and Southern.
The distance between Portsmouth and Balham is 97.3 km. The road distance is 114 km.
South Western Railway operates a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Clapham Junction hourly. Tickets cost £28–65 and the journey takes 1h 47m.