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

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Poole is to bus which costs £15 - £40 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balham to Poole is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Balham station to Poole. However, there are services departing from Balham station and arriving at Poole via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Balham to Poole?

The distance between Balham and Poole is 119 miles. The road distance is 104.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balham to Poole without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £17 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Balham to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balham to Poole train from?

Balham to Poole train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Balham to Poole?

The best way to get from Balham to Poole is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £17 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £40 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Balham to Poole train arrive?

Balham to Poole train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Poole station.

Can I drive from Balham to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Poole is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Balham to Poole.

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

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Where can I stay near Poole?

There are 2203+ hotels available in Poole.

Balham to Poole - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Balham to Poole by train, bus, 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 London Waterloo to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 44m
£17–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035
4h 15m
£15–36
Drive 103.7 mi
1. Drive from Balham to Poolecar 103.7 mi
2h 9m
£25–37
Bus via London Green Line Coach Station
1. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
4h 34m
£20–26

Balham to Poole by train, foot, and bus

258Weekly Services

4h 15mAverage Duration

£15Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 117.9 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Poole hourly. Tickets cost £15–75 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £9–30 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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