What is the cheapest way to get from Balham to Kensal Rise Library?

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Kensal Rise Library is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balham to Kensal Rise Library?

The fastest way to get from Balham to Kensal Rise Library is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £120 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Balham and Kensal Rise Library?

No, there is no direct bus from Balham to Kensal Rise Library station. However, there are services departing from Hildreth Street Market and arriving at Kensal Green Station via Trafalgar Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Kensal Rise Library?

No, there is no direct train from Balham to Kensal Rise Library. However, there are services departing from Balham and arriving at Kensal Rise via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Balham to Kensal Rise Library?

The distance between Balham and Kensal Rise Library is 10 miles. The road distance is 9.1 miles.

How do I travel from Balham to Kensal Rise Library without a car?

The best way to get from Balham to Kensal Rise Library without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs £7 - £14.

How long does it take to get from Balham to Kensal Rise Library?

It takes approximately 44 min to get from Balham to Kensal Rise Library, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balham to Kensal Rise Library bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Balham to Kensal Rise Library train from?

Balham to Kensal Rise Library train services, operated by London Overground, depart from Clapham Junction station.

Train or bus from Balham to Kensal Rise Library?

The best way to get from Balham to Kensal Rise Library is to train which takes 44 min and costs £7 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £35 and takes 1h 18m.

Where does the Balham to Kensal Rise Library bus arrive?

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

Where does the Balham to Kensal Rise Library train arrive?

Balham to Kensal Rise Library train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at Kensal Rise station.

Can I drive from Balham to Kensal Rise Library?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Kensal Rise Library is 9 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Balham to Kensal Rise Library.

How do I get a train ticket from Balham to Kensal Rise Library?

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Where can I stay near Kensal Rise Library?

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Balham to Kensal Rise Library - 6 ways to travel via train, line 6 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Balham to Kensal Rise Library by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Kensal RiseClapham Junction - Stratford
44 min
£8–14
Drive 9.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balham to Kensal Rise Library9.1 mi
23 min
£3–4
Train, line 6 bus
1. Take the train from Balham to London VictoriaLondon Bridge - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from Victoria Station to Wrentham Avenue6 / ...
1h 4m
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balham to Kensal Rise Library9.1 mi
23 min
£120–150
Subway
1. Take the subway from Balham station to Charing Cross stationNorthern
2. Take the subway from Charing Cross station to Kensal Green stationBakerloo
47 min
£7–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hildreth Street Market to Charing CrossN155
2. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square to Kensal Green StationN18
1h 18m
£4–35

Balham to Kensal Rise Library by train and foot

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44 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 9.5 mi
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Balham, England and Kensal Rise Library, England?

London Overground operates a train from Clapham Junction to Kensal Rise every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £5–6 and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hildreth Street Market to Kensal Rise Library via Charing Cross, Trafalgar Square, and Kensal Green Station in around 1h 18m.

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