What is the cheapest way to get from Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station) is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station) is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £65 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Old Street (Station) and Balham (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station) station. However, there are services departing from City Road / Leonard Street and arriving at Balham Station via Lower Marsh. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Old Street (Station) and Balham (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Old Street Station station and arriving at Balham Station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station)?

The distance between Old Street (Station) and Balham (Station) is 7 miles. The road distance is 6.9 miles.

How do I travel from Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station) without a car is to subway which takes 22 min and costs £5 - £22.

How long does it take to get from Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station)?

The subway from Old Street Station to Balham Station takes 22 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station) bus from?

Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station) bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from City Road / Leonard Street station.

Where do I catch the Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station) train from?

Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station) train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Old Street Station.

Where does the Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station) bus arrive?

Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station) bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Lower Marsh station.

Where does the Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station) train arrive?

Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station) train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Balham Station.

Can I drive from Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station) is 7 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Balham (Station)?

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Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station) - 4 ways to travel via subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station) by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Old Street Station to Balham Stationsubway Northern
22 min
£5–22
Drive 6.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station)car 6.9 mi
21 min
£2–3
Line 76 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from City Road / Leonard Street to Lower Marshbus 76
2. Take the bus from Lower Marsh to Balham Stationbus N155
1h 14m
£3–31
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Old Street (Station) to Balham (Station)taxi 6.9 mi
21 min
£65–85

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Distance: 6.6 mi
Duration: 22 min

What companies run services between Old Street (Station), Greater London, England and Balham (Station), England?

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Old Street Station to Balham Station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £5–22 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from City Road / Leonard Street to Balham Station via Lower Marsh in around 1h 14m.

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