What is the cheapest way to get from Hackney Central Station to Balham?

The cheapest way to get from Hackney Central Station to Balham is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Hackney Central Station to Balham?

The fastest way to get from Hackney Central Station to Balham is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs £120 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Hackney Central Station and Balham?

No, there is no direct bus from Hackney Central Station station to Balham station. However, there are services departing from Hackney Central Station and arriving at Balham Station via Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Hackney Central Station and Balham?

No, there is no direct train from Hackney Central Station to Balham station. However, there are services departing from Hackney Central and arriving at Balham Station via Highbury & Islington station and Stockwell station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Hackney Central Station to Balham?

The distance between Hackney Central Station and Balham is 11 miles. The road distance is 9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hackney Central Station to Balham without a car is to train and subway which takes 34 min and costs £7 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Hackney Central Station to Balham?

It takes approximately 34 min to get from Hackney Central Station to Balham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hackney Central Station to Balham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hackney Central Station to Balham train from?

Hackney Central Station to Balham train services, operated by London Overground, depart from Hackney Central station.

Where does the Hackney Central Station to Balham bus arrive?

Hackney Central Station to Balham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Dean Street / Chinatown station.

Where does the Hackney Central Station to Balham train arrive?

Hackney Central Station to Balham train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at Highbury & Islington station.

Can I drive from Hackney Central Station to Balham?

Yes, the driving distance between Hackney Central Station to Balham is 9 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Hackney Central Station to Balham.

Where can I stay near Balham?

There are 20737+ hotels available in Balham.

Hackney Central Station to Balham - 6 ways to travel via train, and subway

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Hackney Central to Highbury & Islingtontrain
2. Take the subway from Highbury & Islington station to Stockwell stationsubway
3. Take the subway from Stockwell station to Balham Stationsubway
34 min
£8–9
Drive 9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hackney Central Station to Balhamcar 9 mi
28 min
£3–4
Line 55 bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Hackney Central Station to Bunhill Rowbus 55 / ...
2. Take the subway from Old Street Station to Balham Stationsubway Northern
49 min
£6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hackney Central Station to Balhamtaxi 9 mi
28 min
£120–150
Line 30 bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Trelawney Estate to King's Cross St. Pancras stationbus 30
2. Take the subway from King's Cross St. Pancras station to Balham Stationsubway Northern
1h 11m
£7
Line 38 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Hackney Central Station to Dean Street / Chinatownbus 38 / ...
2. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross to Balham Stationbus N155
1h 48m
£3–38

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Distance: 11.3 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Hackney Central Station, England and Balham, England?

You can take a bus from Hackney Central Station to Balham Station via Dean Street / Chinatown and Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross in around 1h 48m.

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