What is the cheapest way to get from Balham to Shortlands Station?

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Shortlands Station is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balham to Shortlands Station?

The fastest way to get from Balham to Shortlands Station is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £23 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Balham and Shortlands Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Balham station to Shortlands Station station. However, there are services departing from Balham Station and arriving at Shortlands Station via Seymour Villas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Shortlands Station?

No, there is no direct train from Balham to Shortlands Station. However, there are services departing from Balham and arriving at Shortlands via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Balham to Shortlands Station?

The distance between Balham and Shortlands Station is 14 miles. The road distance is 8.5 miles.

How do I travel from Balham to Shortlands Station without a car?

The best way to get from Balham to Shortlands Station without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs £7 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Balham to Shortlands Station?

It takes approximately 49 min to get from Balham to Shortlands Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balham to Shortlands Station bus from?

Balham to Shortlands Station bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Balham Station.

Where do I catch the Balham to Shortlands Station train from?

Balham to Shortlands Station train services, operated by Southern, depart from Balham station.

Train or bus from Balham to Shortlands Station?

The best way to get from Balham to Shortlands Station is to train which takes 49 min and costs £7 - £16. Alternatively, you can line 249 bus and line 358 bus, which costs and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Balham to Shortlands Station bus arrive?

Balham to Shortlands Station bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Anerley Station.

Where does the Balham to Shortlands Station train arrive?

Balham to Shortlands Station train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Balham to Shortlands Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Shortlands Station is 9 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Balham to Shortlands Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Balham to Shortlands Station?

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Where can I stay near Shortlands Station?

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Balham to Shortlands Station - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 355 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Balham to Shortlands Station by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Balham to London Victoriatrain London Bridge - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Shortlandstrain London Victoria - Orpington / ...
49 min
£7–16
Drive 8.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balham to Shortlands Stationcar 8.5 mi
21 min
£3
Line 355 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hildreth Street Market to Brixton Stationbus 355
2. Take the train from Brixton to Shortlandstrain London Victoria - Orpington / ...
53 min
£5–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balham to Shortlands Stationtaxi 8.5 mi
21 min
£23–28
Line 249 bus, line 358 bus
1. Take the bus from Balham Station to Anerley Stationbus 249
2. Take the bus from Seymour Villas to Shortlands Stationbus 358
1h 20m

Balham to Shortlands Station by train

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Distance: 14.4 mi
Duration: 49 min

What companies run services between Balham, England and Shortlands Station, England?

You can take a train from Balham to Shortlands via London Victoria in around 49 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Balham Station to Shortlands Station via Anerley Station and Seymour Villas in around 1h 20m.

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