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

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Beckenham is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balham to Beckenham is to train which takes 15 min and costs £3 - £4.

Is there a direct bus between Balham and Beckenham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Balham Station station and arriving at Anerley Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Beckenham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Balham and arriving at Crystal Palace. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Balham to Beckenham?

The distance between Balham and Beckenham is 4 miles. The road distance is 7.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balham to Beckenham without a car is to train which takes 15 min and costs £3 - £4.

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

The train from Balham to Crystal Palace takes 15 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Balham to Beckenham bus from?

Balham to Beckenham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Balham Station.

Where do I catch the Balham to Beckenham train from?

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

Train or bus from Balham to Beckenham?

The best way to get from Balham to Beckenham is to train which takes 15 min and costs £3 - £4. Alternatively, you can line 249 bus, which costs £3 and takes 44 min.

Where does the Balham to Beckenham bus arrive?

Balham to Beckenham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Anerley Station.

Where does the Balham to Beckenham train arrive?

Balham to Beckenham train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Crystal Palace station.

Can I drive from Balham to Beckenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Beckenham is 7 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Balham to Beckenham.

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

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Where can I stay near Beckenham?

There are 19339+ hotels available in Beckenham.

Balham to Beckenham - 5 ways to travel via train, line 249 bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Balham to Beckenham by 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Balham to Crystal PalaceLondon Victoria - London Bridge / ...
15 min
£3–4
Drive 7.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balham to Beckenham7.4 mi
18 min
£2–3
Line 249 bus
1. Take the bus from Balham Station to Anerley Station249
44 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balham to Beckenham7.4 mi
18 min
£40–55
Line 249 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Balham Station to Anerley Station249
2. Take the bus from Seymour Villas to Manor Road354
1h 3m
£4–6

Balham to Beckenham by train

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

Southern operates a train from Balham to Crystal Palace every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–4 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Balham Station to Anerley Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 44 min.

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