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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Balham is to train which costs £4 - £7 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Balham is to train which takes 22 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Balham?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley station to Balham. However, there are services departing from Purley Station and arriving at Hildreth Street Market via Tooting Broadway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Balham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Purley and arriving at Balham. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Purley to Balham?

The distance between Purley and Balham is 9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Balham without a car is to train which takes 22 min and costs £4 - £7.

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

The train from Purley to Balham takes 22 min including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Purley to Balham bus from?

Purley to Balham bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Purley Station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Balham train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Balham?

The best way to get from Purley to Balham is to train which takes 22 min and costs £4 - £7. Alternatively, you can line 127 bus, which costs and takes 1h 24m.

Where does the Purley to Balham bus arrive?

Purley to Balham bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Tooting Broadway Station.

Where does the Purley to Balham train arrive?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Balham?

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Purley to Balham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 60 bus, and line 127 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Purley to Balham by train or bus

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1. Take the train from Purley to Balhamtrain Brighton - London Victoria / ...
22 min
£4–7
Line 60 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to West Croydon Stationbus 60
2. Take the train from West Croydon to Balhamtrain Epsom Downs - London Victoria / ...
51 min
£4–8
Train via Clapham Junction
1. Take the train from Purley to Clapham Junctiontrain Reigate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Balhamtrain London Victoria - London Bridge / ...
25 min
£6–10
Line 127 bus
1. Take the bus from Purley Station to Tooting Broadway Stationbus 127
1h 24m

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Distance: 8.9 mi
Duration: 22 min

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

Southern operates a train from Purley to Balham once a week. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, Metrobus operates a bus from Purley Station to Tooting Broadway Station every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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