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

The cheapest way to get from Balham (Station) to Hackney is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balham (Station) to Hackney is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs £130 - £160.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Balham (Station) to Hackney. However, there are services departing from Hildreth Street Market and arriving at Hackney Baths via Gerrard Place / Chinatown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Balham (Station) station to Hackney. However, there are services departing from Balham station and arriving at Hackney Downs via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Balham (Station) to Hackney?

The distance between Balham (Station) and Hackney is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balham (Station) to Hackney without a car is to subway and train which takes 38 min and costs £4 - £9.

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

It takes approximately 38 min to get from Balham (Station) to Hackney, including transfers.

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

Balham (Station) to Hackney bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Hildreth Street Market station.

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

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

Where does the Balham (Station) to Hackney bus arrive?

Balham (Station) to Hackney bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Charing Cross station.

Where does the Balham (Station) to Hackney train arrive?

Balham (Station) to Hackney train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Moorgate station.

Can I drive from Balham (Station) to Hackney?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham (Station) to Hackney is 10 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Balham (Station) to Hackney.

Where can I stay near Hackney?

There are 19593+ hotels available in Hackney.

Balham (Station) to Hackney - 6 ways to travel via train, and subway

There are 6 ways to get from Balham (Station) to Hackney by subway, train, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Balham station to Moorgate stationNorthern
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Hackney DownsLondon Liverpool Street - Chingford / ...
38 min
£4–9
Drive 9.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balham (Station) to Hackney9.6 mi
30 min
£3–4
Subway, line 55 bus
1. Take the subway from Balham station to Old Street stationNorthern
2. Take the bus from Old Street Station to Jack Dunning Estate55 / ...
1h
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balham (Station) to Hackney9.6 mi
30 min
£130–160
Line 38 bus
1. Take the bus from Victoria Bus Station to Hackney BathsN38 / ...
1h 23m
£7–10
Bus, line 38 bus
1. Take the bus from Hildreth Street Market to Charing CrossN155
2. Take the bus from Gerrard Place / Chinatown to Hackney BathsN38 / ...
1h 27m
£5–36

Balham (Station) to Hackney by subway, foot, and train

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38 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 9.3 mi
Duration: 38 min

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

Arriva UK operates a bus from Victoria Bus Station to Hackney Baths every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 7m.

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