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

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Clapton is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balham to Clapton is to taxi which takes 31 min and costs £130 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Balham and Clapton?

No, there is no direct bus from Balham to Clapton. However, there are services departing from Hildreth Street Market and arriving at Lea Bridge Road / Upper Clapton Road via Gerrard Place / Chinatown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Clapton?

No, there is no direct train from Balham station to Clapton. However, there are services departing from Balham station and arriving at Clapton via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Balham to Clapton?

The distance between Balham and Clapton is 10 miles. The road distance is 9.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balham to Clapton without a car is to subway and train which takes 45 min and costs £6 - £9.

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

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Balham to Clapton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balham to Clapton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Balham to Clapton train from?

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

Where does the Balham to Clapton bus arrive?

Balham to Clapton bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Charing Cross station.

Where does the Balham to Clapton train arrive?

Balham to Clapton train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Moorgate station.

Can I drive from Balham to Clapton?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Clapton is 10 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Balham to Clapton.

Where can I stay near Clapton?

There are 19911+ hotels available in Clapton.

Balham to Clapton - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, line 55 bus, and taxi

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

Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Balham station to Moorgate stationNorthern
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to ClaptonLondon Liverpool Street - Chingford
45 min
£6–9
Drive 9.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balham to Clapton9.7 mi
31 min
£3–4
Subway, line 55 bus
1. Take the subway from Balham station to Old Street stationNorthern
2. Take the bus from Old Street Station to Lea Bridge Roundabout55 / ...
1h 6m
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balham to Clapton9.7 mi
31 min
£130–160
Line 38 bus
1. Take the bus from Victoria Bus Station to Lea Bridge Roundabout38 / ...
1h 28m
£7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hildreth Street Market to Charing CrossN155
2. Take the bus from Gerrard Place / Chinatown to Lea Bridge Road / Upper Clapton RoadN38
1h 30m
£5–36

Balham to Clapton by subway, foot, and train

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45 minAverage Duration

£6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 10.2 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

Arriva UK operates a bus from Victoria Bus Station to Lea Bridge Roundabout every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 12m.

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