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

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Kew is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balham to Kew is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £26 - £31.

Is there a direct bus between Balham and Kew?

No, there is no direct bus from Balham station to Kew. However, there are services departing from Balham Station and arriving at Kew Gardens Road via Tooting Broadway Station and Hill Rise. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Kew?

No, there is no direct train from Balham to Kew. However, there are services departing from Balham and arriving at Kew Bridge via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Balham to Kew?

The distance between Balham and Kew is 9 miles. The road distance is 7.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balham to Kew without a car is to train and line 65 bus which takes 34 min and costs £7 - £13.

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

It takes approximately 34 min to get from Balham to Kew, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balham to Kew bus from?

Balham to Kew bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Tooting Broadway Station.

Where do I catch the Balham to Kew train from?

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

Train or bus from Balham to Kew?

The best way to get from Balham to Kew is to line 493 bus which takes 1h 57m and costs £4 - £75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £6 - £10 and takes 36 min.

Where does the Balham to Kew bus arrive?

Balham to Kew bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Richmond Bus Station.

Where does the Balham to Kew train arrive?

Balham to Kew train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Balham to Kew?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Kew is 8 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Balham to Kew.

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

Book your Balham to Kew train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Kew?

There are 20342+ hotels available in Kew.

Balham to Kew - 6 ways to travel via train, line 65 bus, line 493 bus, and taxi

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

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

Train, line 65 bus
best
1. Take the train from Balham to Clapham Junction
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Richmond (London)
3. Take the bus from Richmond Station to Kew Gardens Road65 / ...
34 min
£7–13
Drive 7.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balham to Kew7.8 mi
24 min
£2–3
Line 493 bus
1. Take the bus from Tooting Broadway Station to Richmond Bus Station493
1h 57m
£5–74
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balham to Kew7.8 mi
24 min
£26–31
Train
1. Take the train from Balham to Clapham JunctionEpsom Downs - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Kew BridgeLondon Waterloo - Weybridge / ...
36 min
£6–10
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Balham to London VictoriaEpsom Downs - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the subway from Victoria station to Kew Gardens stationDistrict
50 min
£8–10

Balham to Kew by train and bus

686Weekly Services

34 minAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 9.1 mi
Duration: 34 min

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

Go Ahead London operates a bus from Tooting Broadway Station to Richmond Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £1–65 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Balham to Kew Bridge via Clapham Junction in around 36 min.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.