What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Hill to Balham?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Hill to Balham is to train which costs £3 - £7 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Hill to Balham?

The fastest way to get from Forest Hill to Balham is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £14 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Hill and Balham?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Hill to Balham station. However, there are services departing from Belvoir Road and arriving at Balham Station via Streatham Hill Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38 min.

Is there a direct train between Forest Hill and Balham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Forest Hill and arriving at Balham. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Forest Hill to Balham?

The distance between Forest Hill and Balham is 6 miles.

How do I travel from Forest Hill to Balham without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Hill to Balham without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs £3 - £7.

How long does it take to get from Forest Hill to Balham?

The train from Forest Hill to Balham takes 27 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Forest Hill to Balham bus from?

Forest Hill to Balham bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Belvoir Road station.

Where do I catch the Forest Hill to Balham train from?

Forest Hill to Balham train services, operated by Southern, depart from Forest Hill station.

Train or bus from Forest Hill to Balham?

The best way to get from Forest Hill to Balham is to train which takes 27 min and costs £3 - £7. Alternatively, you can bus and line 255 bus, which costs £2 - £5 and takes 38 min.

Where does the Forest Hill to Balham bus arrive?

Forest Hill to Balham bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Leigham Court Road station.

Where does the Forest Hill to Balham train arrive?

Forest Hill to Balham train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Balham station.

How do I get a train ticket from Forest Hill to Balham?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Forest Hill to Balham?

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Where can I stay near Balham?

There are 21655+ hotels available in Balham.

Forest Hill to Balham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 255 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Forest Hill to Balham by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Forest Hill to Balhamtrain London Bridge - London Victoria
27 min
£3–7
Bus, line 255 bus
1. Take the bus from Belvoir Road to Leigham Court Roadbus P13
2. Take the bus from Streatham Hill Station to Balham Stationbus 255
38 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forest Hill to Balhamtaxi 4.9 mi
16 min
£14–18
Walk
1. Take the walk from Forest Hill to Balhamwalk 4.8 mi
1h 32m

Forest Hill to Balham by train

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Distance: 6.1 mi
Duration: 27 min

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

Southern operates a train from Forest Hill to Balham hourly. Tickets cost £3–7 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Belvoir Road to Balham Station via Leigham Court Road and Streatham Hill Station in around 38 min.

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