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

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £17 - £26 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balham to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Balham to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Balham and arriving at Bournemouth via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Balham to Bournemouth?

The distance between Balham and Bournemouth is 106 miles. The road distance is 101.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balham to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £28 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Balham to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balham to Bournemouth train from?

Balham to Bournemouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Clapham Junction station.

Train or bus from Balham to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Balham to Bournemouth is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £28 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £26 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Balham to Bournemouth train arrive?

Balham to Bournemouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Balham to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Bournemouth is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Balham to Bournemouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2394+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

Balham to Bournemouth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Balham to Bournemouth by train, bus, 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 Clapham Junction to BournemouthLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 45m
£29–83
Bus via London Victoria
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Station035 / ...
3h 43m
£12–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouth StationUk061
3h 23m
£17–26
Drive 100.8 mi
1. Drive from Balham to Bournemouth100.8 mi
1h 56m
£26–37

Balham to Bournemouth by train

98Weekly Trains

2h 45mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 105.4 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Clapham Junction to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £26–75 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouth Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £13–19 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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