What is the cheapest way to get from Balham to New Cross?

The cheapest way to get from Balham to New Cross is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balham to New Cross?

The fastest way to get from Balham to New Cross is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £17 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Balham and New Cross?

No, there is no direct bus from Balham to New Cross station. However, there are services departing from Hildreth Street Market and arriving at New Cross Gate Station via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 51 min.

Is there a direct train between Balham and New Cross?

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 New Cross?

The distance between Balham and New Cross is 9 miles. The road distance is 6.2 miles.

How do I travel from Balham to New Cross without a car?

The best way to get from Balham to New Cross without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs £4 - £5.

How long does it take to get from Balham to New Cross?

The train from Balham to New Cross Gate takes 30 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Balham to New Cross bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Balham to New Cross train from?

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

Train or bus from Balham to New Cross?

The best way to get from Balham to New Cross is to train which takes 30 min and costs £4 - £5. Alternatively, you can line 155 bus and bus, which costs £2 - £45 and takes 51 min.

Where does the Balham to New Cross bus arrive?

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

Where does the Balham to New Cross train arrive?

Balham to New Cross train services, operated by Southern, arrive at New Cross Gate station.

Can I drive from Balham to New Cross?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to New Cross is 6 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Balham to New Cross.

How do I get a train ticket from Balham to New Cross?

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Where can I stay near New Cross?

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Balham to New Cross - 4 ways to travel via train, line 155 bus, bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Balham to New Cross by 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Balham to New Cross GateLondon Victoria - London Bridge
30 min
£4–5
Drive 6.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balham to New Cross6.1 mi
18 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 New Cross Gate Station453 / ...
51 min
£3–42
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balham to New Cross6.1 mi
18 min
£17–22

Balham to New Cross by train

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Distance: 8.7 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Balham, England and New Cross, Greater London, England?

Southern operates a train from Balham to New Cross Gate hourly. Tickets cost £4–5 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hildreth Street Market to New Cross Gate Station via Elephant & Castle Station and Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road in around 51 min.

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