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

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Cardiff is to bus via Heathrow Terminal 5 station which costs £15 - £35 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balham to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £35 - £130.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Balham station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Balham station and arriving at Cardiff Central via Charing Cross station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Balham to Cardiff?

The distance between Balham and Cardiff is 154 miles. The road distance is 150.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balham to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Balham to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balham to Cardiff train from?

Balham to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train, bus or fly from Balham to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Balham to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £35 and takes 4h 12m, you could also fly, which costs £220 - £650 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Balham to Cardiff train arrive?

Balham to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Balham to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Cardiff is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Balham to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1516+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Balham to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Balham to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 44m
£38–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to University RE507 / ...
4h 12m
£13–34
Drive 149.5 mi
1. Drive from Balham to Cardiff149.5 mi
2h 46m
£38–54
Fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)LCY - CWL
6h 27m
£228–615
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 5 station
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kingsway GDUk940
5h 16m
£15–30
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)LCY - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 34m
£233–453

Balham to Cardiff by subway and train

201Weekly Services

2h 44mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152.7 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Balham, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £35–120 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to University RE hourly. Tickets cost £9–28 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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