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

The cheapest way to get from Greenwich to Balham is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Greenwich to Balham is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £22 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Greenwich and Balham?

No, there is no direct bus from Greenwich to Balham station. However, there are services departing from Egerton Drive and arriving at Balham Station via Elephant & Castle / Newington Causeway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Greenwich and Balham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from New Cross Gate and arriving at Balham. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Greenwich to Balham?

The distance between Greenwich and Balham is 10 miles. The road distance is 8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Greenwich to Balham without a car is to train and subway which takes 33 min and costs £5 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 33 min to get from Greenwich to Balham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greenwich to Balham bus from?

Greenwich to Balham bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Egerton Drive station.

Where do I catch the Greenwich to Balham train from?

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

Train or bus from Greenwich to Balham?

The best way to get from Greenwich to Balham is to train which takes 36 min and costs £4 - £8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £27 and takes 1h 12m.

Where does the Greenwich to Balham bus arrive?

Greenwich to Balham bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Where does the Greenwich to Balham train arrive?

Greenwich to Balham train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Cannon Street station.

Can I drive from Greenwich to Balham?

Yes, the driving distance between Greenwich to Balham is 8 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Greenwich to Balham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Balham?

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Greenwich to Balham - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, line 188 bus

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Greenwich to London Cannon Streettrain London Cannon Street - London Cannon Street / ...
2. Take the subway from Bank station to Balham Stationsubway Northern
33 min
£5–12
Drive 8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greenwich to Balhamcar 8 mi
23 min
£2–3
Line 188 bus, subway
1. Take the bus from National Maritime Museum to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Roadbus 188 / ...
2. Take the subway from Elephant & Castle station to Balham Stationsubway Northern
1h
£4–38
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greenwich to Balhamtaxi 8 mi
23 min
£22–27
Train
1. Take the train from New Cross Gate to Balhamtrain London Bridge - London Victoria
36 min
£4–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Egerton Drive to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Roadbus 53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / Newington Causeway to Balham Stationbus Nl-7
1h 12m
£4–27

Greenwich to Balham by train and subway

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Distance: 10.1 mi
Duration: 33 min

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

Southern operates a train from New Cross Gate to Balham hourly. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Egerton Drive to Balham Station via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road and Elephant & Castle / Newington Causeway in around 1h 12m.

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