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

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Plumstead is to drive which costs £2 - £5 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balham to Plumstead is to taxi which takes 32 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Balham and Plumstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Balham to Plumstead. However, there are services departing from Hildreth Street Market and arriving at Heavitree Road via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Plumstead?

No, there is no direct train from Balham station to Plumstead. However, there are services departing from Balham station and arriving at Plumstead via London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Balham to Plumstead?

The distance between Balham and Plumstead is 13 miles. The road distance is 11.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balham to Plumstead without a car is to subway and train which takes 45 min and costs £7 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Balham to Plumstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balham to Plumstead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Balham to Plumstead train from?

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

Where does the Balham to Plumstead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Balham to Plumstead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balham to Plumstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Plumstead is 12 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Balham to Plumstead.

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

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Where can I stay near Plumstead?

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Balham to Plumstead - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, line 53 bus, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Balham to Plumstead 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 PlumsteadLondon Cannon Street - London Cannon Street / ...
45 min
£7–11
Drive 11.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balham to Plumstead11.8 mi
32 min
£3–5
Train, line 53 bus
1. Take the train from Balham to New Cross GateLondon Victoria - London Bridge
2. Take the bus from New Cross Gate Station to Heavitree Road53 / ...
1h 10m
£7–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balham to Plumstead11.8 mi
32 min
£30–40
Line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Heavitree Road53 / ...
1h 13m
£5–6
Line 155 bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Hildreth Street Market to Elephant & Castle Station155 / ...
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Heavitree Road53 / ...
1h 32m
£5–26

Balham to Plumstead by train and bus

239Weekly Services

1h 10mAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 13.4 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

Stagecoach London operates a bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Heavitree Road every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 57 min.

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