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

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Gatwick is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balham to Gatwick is to train which takes 37 min and costs £12 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct train from Balham to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Balham and arriving at Gatwick Airport via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Balham to Gatwick?

The distance between Balham and Gatwick is 26 miles. The road distance is 22.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balham to Gatwick without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs £12 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 37 min to get from Balham to Gatwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balham to Gatwick train from?

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

Where does the Balham to Gatwick train arrive?

Balham to Gatwick train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Gatwick Airport station.

Can I drive from Balham to Gatwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Gatwick is 22 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Balham to Gatwick.

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

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Where can I stay near Gatwick?

There are 946+ hotels available in Gatwick.

Balham to Gatwick - 4 ways to travel via train, line 420 bus, car, and taxi

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Gatwick AirportLondon Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
37 min
£13–30
Train, line 420 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Balham to Sutton (London)London Victoria - Epsom Downs / ...
2. Take the bus from Sutton Station to St Bartholomews Church420
2h 29m
£6–9
Drive 22.4 mi
1. Drive from Balham to Gatwick22.4 mi
42 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balham to Gatwick22.4 mi
42 min
£55–70

Balham to Gatwick by train

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Distance: 25.7 mi
Duration: 37 min

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

Southern operates a train from Clapham Junction to Gatwick Airport every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £10–22 and the journey takes 26 min.

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