What is the cheapest way to get from Balham to Russell Square?

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Russell Square is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balham to Russell Square?

The fastest way to get from Balham to Russell Square is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £50 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Balham and Russell Square?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hildreth Street Market and arriving at Aldwych / Drury Lane. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Russell Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Balham station station and arriving at Goodge Street station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Balham to Russell Square?

The distance between Balham and Russell Square is 6 miles. The road distance is 6.5 miles.

How do I travel from Balham to Russell Square without a car?

The best way to get from Balham to Russell Square without a car is to subway which takes 21 min and costs £5 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Balham to Russell Square?

The subway from Balham station to Goodge Street station takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Balham to Russell Square bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Balham to Russell Square train from?

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

Where does the Balham to Russell Square bus arrive?

Balham to Russell Square bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Aldwych / Drury Lane station.

Where does the Balham to Russell Square train arrive?

Balham to Russell Square train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Goodge Street station.

Can I drive from Balham to Russell Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Russell Square is 7 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Balham to Russell Square.

Where can I stay near Russell Square?

There are 14032+ hotels available in Russell Square.

Balham to Russell Square - 5 ways to travel via subway, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Balham to Russell Square by subway, 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
best
1. Take the subway from Balham station to Goodge Street stationsubway Northern
21 min
£5–16
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hildreth Street Market to Aldwych / Drury Lanebus N155
31 min
£1–40
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balham to Russell Squaretaxi 6.5 mi
20 min
£50–65
Drive 6.5 mi
1. Drive from Balham to Russell Squarecar 6.5 mi
20 min
£2–3
Line 155 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Hildreth Street Market to Elephant & Castle / London Roadbus 155 / ...
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / London Road to Russell Square Stationbus 68
56 min
£3–39

Balham to Russell Square by subway

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Distance: 6.3 mi
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Balham, England and Russell Square, England?

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Balham station to Goodge Street station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £5–16 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, Go Ahead London operates a bus from Hildreth Street Market to Aldwych / Drury Lane hourly. Tickets cost £1–40 and the journey takes 31 min.

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