The average train between Wanstead and Balham takes 42 min and the fastest train takes 39 min. The train runs at least 9 times per hour from Wanstead to Balham. 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 10 minutes between Wanstead and Balham. The earliest departure is at 6:03 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Wanstead is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Balham at 11:19 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 42 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

43 min • 1 change

43 min • 1 change

43 min • 1 change

41 min • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Wanstead to Balham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Wanstead to Balham. However, there are services departing from Wanstead station and arriving at Balham station via Bank station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42 min.
Wanstead to Balham train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Wanstead Station.
Wanstead to Balham train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Balham Station.
Book your Wanstead to Balham train tickets online with London Underground (Tube).
The distance between Wanstead and Balham is 19.1 km. The road distance is 22 km.
You can take a subway from Wanstead Station to Balham Station via Bank station in around 38 min.