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

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Birkbeck is to drive which costs £1 - £2 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balham to Birkbeck is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £17 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Balham and Birkbeck?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Balham Station station and arriving at Anerley Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Birkbeck?

No, there is no direct train from Balham to Birkbeck. However, there are services departing from Balham and arriving at Birkbeck via Crystal Palace. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Balham to Birkbeck?

The distance between Balham and Birkbeck is 6 miles. The road distance is 5.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balham to Birkbeck without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs £2 - £8.

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

It takes approximately 44 min to get from Balham to Birkbeck, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balham to Birkbeck bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Balham to Birkbeck train from?

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

Train or bus from Balham to Birkbeck?

The best way to get from Balham to Birkbeck is to train which takes 44 min and costs £2 - £8. Alternatively, you can line 249 bus, which costs £3 and takes 1h 1m.

Where does the Balham to Birkbeck bus arrive?

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

Where does the Balham to Birkbeck train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balham to Birkbeck?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Birkbeck is 6 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Balham to Birkbeck.

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

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Where can I stay near Birkbeck?

There are 19502+ hotels available in Birkbeck.

Balham to Birkbeck - 4 ways to travel via train, line 249 bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Balham to Birkbeck by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Balham to Crystal PalaceLondon Victoria - London Bridge / ...
44 min
£3–8
Drive 5.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balham to Birkbeck5.8 mi
15 min
£2
Line 249 bus
1. Take the bus from Balham Station to Anerley Station249
1h 1m
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balham to Birkbeck5.8 mi
15 min
£17–21

Balham to Birkbeck by train

193Weekly Trains

44 minAverage Duration

£3Cheapest Price

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Distance: 5.7 mi
Duration: 44 min

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

Southern operates a train from Balham to Crystal Palace every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £1–7 and the journey takes 15 min. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Balham Station to Anerley Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 45 min.

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