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

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Chipstead is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balham to Chipstead is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £28 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Balham and Chipstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Balham station to Chipstead. However, there are services departing from Balham Station and arriving at St Andrew's Road West via South Lodge Avenue / Yorkshire Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Chipstead?

No, there is no direct train from Balham to Chipstead. However, there are services departing from Balham and arriving at Chipstead via Clapham Junction and Purley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Balham to Chipstead?

The distance between Balham and Chipstead is 13 miles. The road distance is 10.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balham to Chipstead without a car is to line 463 bus which takes 56 min and costs £5 - £8.

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

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Balham to Chipstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balham to Chipstead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Balham to Chipstead train from?

Balham to Chipstead train services, operated by Southern, depart from Clapham Junction station.

Train or bus from Balham to Chipstead?

The best way to get from Balham to Chipstead is to line 463 bus which takes 56 min and costs £5 - £8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £8 - £17 and takes 1h 11m.

Where does the Balham to Chipstead bus arrive?

Balham to Chipstead bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at South Lodge Avenue / Yorkshire Road station.

Where does the Balham to Chipstead train arrive?

Balham to Chipstead train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Purley station.

Can I drive from Balham to Chipstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Chipstead is 11 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Balham to Chipstead.

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

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Where can I stay near Chipstead?

There are 13695+ hotels available in Chipstead.

Balham to Chipstead - 6 ways to travel via train, line 463 bus, taxi, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Balham to Chipstead by bus, train, 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.

Line 463 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mitcham Eastfields Station to Sandown Road633 / ...
56 min
£6–8
Drive 10.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balham to Chipstead10.8 mi
23 min
£3–4
Train
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to PurleyLondon Victoria - Reigate / ...
2. Take the train from Purley to ChipsteadPurley - Tattenham Corner
1h 11m
£8–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balham to Chipstead10.8 mi
23 min
£28–35
Train, line 166 bus
1. Take the train from Balham to West CroydonLondon Victoria - Epsom Downs / ...
2. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Pine Walk166
59 min
£8
Line 255 bus, line 463 bus
1. Take the bus from Balham Station to South Lodge Avenue / Yorkshire Road255
2. Take the bus from South Lodge Avenue / Yorkshire Road to St Andrew's Road West463
1h 47m
£5–6

Balham to Chipstead by train and bus

249Weekly Services

56 minAverage Duration

£6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 12.9 mi
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Balham, England and Chipstead, Greater London, England?

Metrobus operates a bus from Mitcham Eastfields Station to Sandown Road every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2–3 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Balham to Chipstead via Clapham Junction and Purley in around 1h 11m.

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