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

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Lewisham is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balham to Lewisham is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £22 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Balham and Lewisham?

No, there is no direct bus from Balham to Lewisham station. However, there are services departing from Hildreth Street Market and arriving at Lewisham Station via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Lewisham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Balham and arriving at New Cross Gate. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Balham to Lewisham?

The distance between Balham and Lewisham is 9 miles. The road distance is 7.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balham to Lewisham without a car is to subway and train which takes 29 min and costs £4 - £10.

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

It takes approximately 29 min to get from Balham to Lewisham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balham to Lewisham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Balham to Lewisham train from?

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

Train or bus from Balham to Lewisham?

The best way to get from Balham to Lewisham is to line 155 bus and bus which takes 1h 3m and costs £2 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £4 - £5 and takes 30 min.

Where does the Balham to Lewisham bus arrive?

Balham to Lewisham bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Elephant & Castle Station.

Where does the Balham to Lewisham train arrive?

Balham to Lewisham train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Balham to Lewisham?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Lewisham is 8 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Balham to Lewisham.

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

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Where can I stay near Lewisham?

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Balham to Lewisham - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, line 155 bus, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Balham to Lewisham by subway, train, bus, taxi, 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 London Bridge stationNorthern
2. Take the train from London Bridge to LewishamLondon Charing Cross - Hayes / ...
29 min
£4–9
Drive 7.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balham to Lewisham7.9 mi
22 min
£2–3
Line 155 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Hildreth Street Market to Elephant & Castle Station155 / ...
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Lewisham StationBl1
1h 3m
£3–48
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balham to Lewisham7.9 mi
22 min
£22–26
Train
1. Take the train from Balham to New Cross GateLondon Victoria - London Bridge
30 min
£4–5
Line 355 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Hildreth Street Market to Brixton Station355
2. Take the bus from Brixton Station to Lewisham CentreP4
1h 19m
£3–62

Balham to Lewisham by subway and train

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Distance: 9.4 mi
Duration: 29 min

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

You can take a bus from Hildreth Street Market to Lewisham Station via Elephant & Castle Station and Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road in around 1h 3m. Alternatively, Southern operates a train from Balham to New Cross Gate hourly. Tickets cost £4–5 and the journey takes 30 min.

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