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

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Folkestone is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balham to Folkestone is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Balham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Balham to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Hildreth Street Market and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Balham station to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Balham station and arriving at Folkestone Central via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Balham to Folkestone?

The distance between Balham and Folkestone is 79 miles. The road distance is 69.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balham to Folkestone without a car is to subway and train which takes 2h 22m and costs £20 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Balham to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balham to Folkestone bus from?

Balham to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Where do I catch the Balham to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Balham to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Balham to Folkestone is to bus which takes 4h 13m and costs £7 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £60 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Balham to Folkestone bus arrive?

Balham to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bouverie Road West station.

Where does the Balham to Folkestone train arrive?

Balham to Folkestone train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at King's Cross St. Pancras station.

Can I drive from Balham to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Folkestone is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Balham to Folkestone.

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

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Where can I stay near Folkestone?

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Balham to Folkestone - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Balham to Folkestone by subway, train, bus, 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 King's Cross St. Pancras stationNorthern
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone CentralSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
2h 22m
£20–64
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bouverie Road West007
4h 13m
£8–45
Drive 68.9 mi
1. Drive from Balham to Folkestone68.9 mi
1h 27m
£18–25
Train
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone CentralLondon Charing Cross - Dover Priory / ...
2h 26m
£17–58

Balham to Folkestone by subway, foot, and train

93Weekly Services

2h 22mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 78.1 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

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

National Express operates a bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Bouverie Road West every 3 hours. Tickets cost £6–22 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, Southeastern operates a train from London Bridge to Folkestone Central hourly. Tickets cost £15–55 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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