What is the cheapest way to get from Balham to Ilford?

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Ilford is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 38 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balham to Ilford?

The fastest way to get from Balham to Ilford is to taxi which takes 38 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Balham and Ilford?

No, there is no direct bus from Balham to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Hildreth Street Market and arriving at Little Ilford Lane via Elephant & Castle / Newington Causeway and Bank Station / Cornhill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Ilford?

No, there is no direct train from Balham station to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Balham station and arriving at Ilford via Liverpool Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Balham to Ilford?

The distance between Balham and Ilford is 14 miles. The road distance is 15.9 miles.

How do I travel from Balham to Ilford without a car?

The best way to get from Balham to Ilford without a car is to subway and train which takes 43 min and costs £9 - £26.

How long does it take to get from Balham to Ilford?

It takes approximately 43 min to get from Balham to Ilford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balham to Ilford bus from?

Balham to Ilford bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Hildreth Street Market station.

Where do I catch the Balham to Ilford train from?

Balham to Ilford train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Balham station.

Where does the Balham to Ilford bus arrive?

Balham to Ilford bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Elephant & Castle / London Road station.

Where does the Balham to Ilford train arrive?

Balham to Ilford train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Moorgate station.

Can I drive from Balham to Ilford?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Ilford is 16 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Balham to Ilford.

How do I get a train ticket from Balham to Ilford?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Balham to Ilford?

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Where can I stay near Ilford?

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Balham to Ilford - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, line 25 bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Balham to Ilford by subway, train, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Balham station to Moorgate stationsubway Northern
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Ilfordtrain Elizabeth
43 min
£9–26
Drive 15.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balham to Ilfordcar 15.8 mi
38 min
£4–6
Subway, line 25 bus
1. Take the subway from Balham station to Bank stationsubway Northern
2. Take the bus from Bank Station / Cornhill to Ilford / Chapel Roadbus 25 / ...
1h 30m
£6–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balham to Ilfordtaxi 15.8 mi
38 min
£40–50
Line 155 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Hildreth Street Market to Elephant & Castle / London Roadbus 155 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bank Station / Cornhill to Little Ilford Lanebus N25
1h 54m
£6–28

Balham to Ilford by subway and train

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Distance: 13.7 mi
Duration: 43 min

What companies run services between Balham, England and Ilford, England?

You can take a bus from Hildreth Street Market to Little Ilford Lane via Elephant & Castle / London Road, Elephant & Castle / Newington Causeway, Bank Station / King William St, and Bank Station / Cornhill in around 1h 54m.

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