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

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Chester is to bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balham to Chester is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £45 - £190.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Balham station to Chester. However, there are services departing from Balham station and arriving at Chester via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Balham to Chester?

The distance between Balham and Chester is 188 miles. The road distance is 193.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balham to Chester without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £45 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Balham to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balham to Chester train from?

Balham to Chester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Train, bus or fly from Balham to Chester?

The best way to get from Balham to Chester is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £45 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 6h 5m, you could also fly, which costs £80 - £230 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Balham to Chester train arrive?

Balham to Chester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Chester station.

Can I drive from Balham to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Chester is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Balham to Chester.

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

Book your Balham to Chester train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 961+ hotels available in Chester.

Balham to Chester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Balham to Chester by train, bus, car, or plane

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 London Euston to ChesterLondon Euston - Chester / ...
3h 34m
£47–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Chester Bus InterchangeUk021 / ...
6h 5m
£17–34
Drive 192.3 mi
1. Drive from Balham to Chester192.3 mi
3h 38m
£49–70
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
5h 16m
£78–248
Bus via Balham
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Chester Bus Interchange423 / ...
7h 30m
£17–47
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)LGW - LPL
6h 27m
£80–224
Fly London City Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)LCY - LPL
7h 15m
£241–411
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)LHR - LPL
6h 55m
£125–318

Balham to Chester by subway and train

74Weekly Services

3h 34mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186.9 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Chester every 2 hours. Tickets cost £45–180 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Chester Bus Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £13–27 and the journey takes 5h.

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