The average train between Balham and Merstham takes 39 min and the fastest train takes 32 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Balham to Merstham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Balham and Merstham. The earliest departure is at 12:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Balham is at 11:25 PM which arrives into Merstham at 12:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 39 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

33 min • 1 change

33 min • 1 change

32 min • 1 change

33 min • 1 change

39 min • 1 change

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37 min • 1 change

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45 min • 1 change

37 min • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Balham to Merstham. However, there are services departing from Balham station and arriving at Merstham station via Merstham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39 min.
Balham to Merstham train services, operated by Southern, depart from Clapham Junction station.
Balham to Merstham train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Merstham station.
Book your Balham to Merstham train tickets online with Southern.
The distance between Balham and Merstham is 20.5 km. The road distance is 29 km.
Southern operates a train from Clapham Junction to Merstham every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–17 and the journey takes 26 min.