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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Balham is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Balham is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Balham?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Balham station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Clapham Junction Station via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Hammersmith Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Balham?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Balham station. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Balham Station via London Paddington and Tottenham Court Road station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Reading to Balham?

The distance between Reading and Balham is 44 miles. The road distance is 42.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Balham without a car is to train and subway via London Paddington which takes 1h 14m and costs £20 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Reading to Balham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Balham bus from?

Reading to Balham bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Balham train from?

Reading to Balham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Balham?

The best way to get from Reading to Balham is to bus and line 295 bus which takes 2h 19m and costs £30 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £16 - £40 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Reading to Balham bus arrive?

Reading to Balham bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Balham train arrive?

Reading to Balham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Balham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Balham is 42 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Reading to Balham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Balham?

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

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Train, subway via London Paddington
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the subway from Tottenham Court Road station to Balham Stationsubway Northern
1h 14m
£21–71
Drive 42 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Balhamcar 42 mi
57 min
£11–15
Bus, line 295 bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Clapham Junction Stationbus 295
2h 19m
£32–45
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reading to Balhamtaxi 42 mi
57 min
£110–140
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Clapham Junctiontrain Reading - London Waterloo
1h 23m
£17–36
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Reading to Tottenham Court Rdtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the subway from Tottenham Court Road station to Balham Stationsubway Northern
1h 29m
£32–71

Reading to Balham by train

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Distance: 43.8 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Balham via Heathrow Terminal 2, Hammersmith Broadway, Hammersmith Bus Station, Clapham Junction Station, and Clapham Junction in around 2h 19m. Alternatively, South Western Railway operates a train from Reading to Clapham Junction hourly. Tickets cost £15–35 and the journey takes 1h 14m.

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