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

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Croydon is to drive which costs £1 - £2 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balham to Croydon is to train which takes 9 min and costs £2 - £5.

Is there a direct bus between Balham and Croydon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rudloe Road and arriving at Thornton Heath Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Croydon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Balham and arriving at Thornton Heath. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Balham to Croydon?

The distance between Balham and Croydon is 4 miles. The road distance is 5.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balham to Croydon without a car is to train which takes 9 min and costs £2 - £5.

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

The train from Balham to Thornton Heath takes 9 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Balham to Croydon bus from?

Balham to Croydon bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Rudloe Road station.

Where do I catch the Balham to Croydon train from?

Balham to Croydon train services, operated by Southern, depart from Balham station.

Train or bus from Balham to Croydon?

The best way to get from Balham to Croydon is to train which takes 9 min and costs £2 - £5. Alternatively, you can line 50 bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 38 min.

Where does the Balham to Croydon bus arrive?

Balham to Croydon bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Thornton Heath Station.

Where does the Balham to Croydon train arrive?

Balham to Croydon train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Thornton Heath station.

Can I drive from Balham to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Croydon is 5 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Balham to Croydon.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Balham to Croydon?

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Where can I stay near Croydon?

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Balham to Croydon - 4 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Balham to Croydon by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Balham to Thornton Heathtrain London Victoria - Epsom Downs / ...
9 min
£2–5
Line 50 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rudloe Road to Thornton Heath Stationbus 50
38 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balham to Croydontaxi 5.3 mi
13 min
£30–40
Drive 5.3 mi
1. Drive from Balham to Croydoncar 5.3 mi
13 min
£2

Balham to Croydon by train

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Distance: 4.1 mi
Duration: 9 min

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

Southern operates a train from Balham to Thornton Heath every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–5 and the journey takes 9 min. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Rudloe Road to Thornton Heath Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 38 min.

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