What is the cheapest way to get from Balham to City Thameslink?

The cheapest way to get from Balham to City Thameslink is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balham to City Thameslink?

The fastest way to get from Balham to City Thameslink is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £27 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Balham and City Thameslink?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hildreth Street Market and arriving at Aldwych / Drury Lane. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

Is there a direct train between Balham and City Thameslink?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Balham station station and arriving at Bank station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Balham to City Thameslink?

The distance between Balham and City Thameslink is 6 miles. The road distance is 5.8 miles.

How do I travel from Balham to City Thameslink without a car?

The best way to get from Balham to City Thameslink without a car is to subway and bus which takes 25 min and costs £3 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Balham to City Thameslink?

It takes approximately 25 min to get from Balham to City Thameslink, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balham to City Thameslink bus from?

Balham to City Thameslink bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Hildreth Street Market station.

Where do I catch the Balham to City Thameslink train from?

Balham to City Thameslink train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Balham station.

Where does the Balham to City Thameslink bus arrive?

Balham to City Thameslink bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Aldwych / Drury Lane station.

What is the time difference between Balham and City Thameslink?

City Thameslink is 1h ahead of Balham. It is currently 2:05 PM in Balham and 3:05 PM in City Thameslink.

Where does the Balham to City Thameslink train arrive?

Balham to City Thameslink train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Bank station.

Can I drive from Balham to City Thameslink?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to City Thameslink is 6 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Balham to City Thameslink.

Where can I stay near City Thameslink?

There are 20228+ hotels available in City Thameslink.

Balham to City Thameslink - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Balham to City Thameslink by subway, bus, taxi, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Subway, bus
best
1. Take the subway from Balham station to Bank stationNorthern
2. Take the bus from Bank Station / King William St to City Thameslink Stn / Ludgate CircusN21 / ...
25 min
£3–7
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hildreth Street Market to Aldwych / Drury LaneN155
45 min
£1–40
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balham to City Thameslink5.7 mi
17 min
£27–35
Drive 5.7 mi
1. Drive from Balham to City Thameslink5.7 mi
17 min
£2–3
Subway
1. Take the subway from Balham station to Bank stationNorthern
34 min
£2–4
Train, line 26 bus
1. Take the train from Balham to London VictoriaLondon Bridge - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from Victoria Station to Ludgate Hill / Old BaileyN26 / ...
46 min
£7–10

Balham to City Thameslink by subway and bus

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Distance: 6.3 mi
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Balham, England and City Thameslink, England?

Go Ahead London operates a bus from Hildreth Street Market to Aldwych / Drury Lane hourly. Tickets cost £1–40 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Balham station to Bank station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 19 min.

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