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

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Merstham is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balham to Merstham is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Balham and Merstham?

No, there is no direct bus from Balham station to Merstham. However, there are services departing from Balham Station and arriving at The Feathers via Streatham Station and Park Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Merstham?

No, there is no direct train from Balham to Merstham. However, there are services departing from Balham and arriving at Merstham via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Balham to Merstham?

The distance between Balham and Merstham is 18 miles. The road distance is 14.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balham to Merstham without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs £10 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 52 min to get from Balham to Merstham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balham to Merstham bus from?

Balham to Merstham bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Streatham Station.

Where do I catch the Balham to Merstham train from?

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

Train or bus from Balham to Merstham?

The best way to get from Balham to Merstham is to train which takes 52 min and costs £10 - £19. Alternatively, you can bus and line 405 bus, which costs £9 and takes 1h 47m.

Where does the Balham to Merstham bus arrive?

Balham to Merstham bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Park Street station.

Where does the Balham to Merstham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balham to Merstham?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Merstham is 14 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Balham to Merstham.

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

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Where can I stay near Merstham?

There are 1741+ hotels available in Merstham.

Balham to Merstham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 405 bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Balham to Merstham by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to MersthamLondon Victoria - Horsham / ...
52 min
£10–19
Drive 14.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balham to Merstham14.1 mi
30 min
£4–5
Bus, line 405 bus
1. Take the bus from Streatham Station to Park Street109 / ...
2. Take the bus from Park Street to The Feathers405
1h 47m
£9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balham to Merstham14.1 mi
30 min
£35–45
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Balham station to King's Cross St. Pancras stationNorthern
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to MersthamBedford - Three Bridges / ...
1h 35m
£13–27

Balham to Merstham by train

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Distance: 18.2 mi
Duration: 52 min

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

Southern operates a train from Clapham Junction to Merstham hourly. Tickets cost £8–14 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Balham Station to The Feathers via Streatham Station and Park Street in around 1h 47m.

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