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

The cheapest way to get from Blackheath to Balham is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackheath to Balham is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £24 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Blackheath and Balham?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackheath to Balham station. However, there are services departing from Blackheath and arriving at Balham Station via Elephant & Castle Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Blackheath and Balham?

No, there is no direct train from Blackheath to Balham. However, there are services departing from Blackheath and arriving at Balham via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Blackheath to Balham?

The distance between Blackheath and Balham is 13 miles. The road distance is 8.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackheath to Balham without a car is to train which takes 43 min and costs £6 - £12.

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

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

Where do I catch the Blackheath to Balham bus from?

Blackheath to Balham bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Blackheath station.

Where do I catch the Blackheath to Balham train from?

Blackheath to Balham train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Blackheath station.

Train or bus from Blackheath to Balham?

The best way to get from Blackheath to Balham is to train which takes 43 min and costs £6 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £65 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Blackheath to Balham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blackheath to Balham train arrive?

Blackheath to Balham train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Blackheath to Balham?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackheath to Balham is 9 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Blackheath to Balham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Balham?

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There are 6 ways to get from Blackheath to Balham by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackheath to London Victoriatrain Dartford - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Balhamtrain London Victoria - London Bridge / ...
43 min
£6–12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blackheath to Elephant & Castle / London Roadbus N89
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle Station to Balham Stationbus 155 / ...
1h 10m
£3–63
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackheath to Balhamtaxi 8.7 mi
26 min
£24–29
Drive 8.7 mi
1. Drive from Blackheath to Balhamcar 8.7 mi
26 min
£3–4
Train via Bank station
1. Take the train from Blackheath to London Cannon Streettrain Slade Green - London Cannon Street / ...
1h 33m
£16–24
Line 202 bus, line 249 bus
1. Take the bus from Blackheath to Crystal Palace Paradebus 202
2. Take the bus from Crystal Palace Station to Hildreth Street Marketbus 249
1h 39m
£3–6

Blackheath to Balham by train

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Distance: 13.1 mi
Duration: 43 min

What companies run services between Blackheath, Greater London, England and Balham, England?

You can take a train from Blackheath to Balham via London Victoria in around 43 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Blackheath to Balham Station via Elephant & Castle / London Road and Elephant & Castle Station in around 1h 10m.

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