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

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Shortlands is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balham to Shortlands is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £23 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Balham and Shortlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Balham station to Shortlands station. However, there are services departing from Balham Station and arriving at Shortlands Station via Seymour Villas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Shortlands?

No, there is no direct train from Balham to Shortlands. However, there are services departing from Balham and arriving at Shortlands via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Balham to Shortlands?

The distance between Balham and Shortlands is 11 miles. The road distance is 8.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balham to Shortlands without a car is to train and line 358 bus which takes 57 min and costs £5 - £10.

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

It takes approximately 57 min to get from Balham to Shortlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balham to Shortlands bus from?

Balham to Shortlands bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Balham Station.

Where do I catch the Balham to Shortlands train from?

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

Train or bus from Balham to Shortlands?

The best way to get from Balham to Shortlands is to train which takes 58 min and costs £11 - £19. Alternatively, you can line 249 bus and line 358 bus, which costs £5 - £6 and takes 1h 24m.

Where does the Balham to Shortlands bus arrive?

Balham to Shortlands bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Anerley Station.

Where does the Balham to Shortlands train arrive?

Balham to Shortlands train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Balham to Shortlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Shortlands is 8 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Balham to Shortlands.

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

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Where can I stay near Shortlands?

There are 19035+ hotels available in Shortlands.

Balham to Shortlands - 6 ways to travel via train, line 358 bus, taxi, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Balham to Shortlands by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, line 358 bus
best
1. Take the train from Balham to Crystal PalaceLondon Victoria - London Bridge / ...
2. Take the bus from Crystal Palace Station to Shortlands Station358
57 min
£6–10
Drive 8.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balham to Shortlands8.4 mi
20 min
£3
Train
1. Take the train from Balham to London VictoriaLondon Bridge - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to ShortlandsLondon Victoria - Orpington / ...
58 min
£11–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balham to Shortlands8.4 mi
20 min
£23–28
Line 355 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hildreth Street Market to Brixton Station355
2. Take the train from Brixton to ShortlandsLondon Victoria - Orpington / ...
1h 2m
£5–23
Line 249 bus, line 358 bus
1. Take the bus from Balham Station to Anerley Station249
2. Take the bus from Seymour Villas to Shortlands Station358
1h 24m
£5–6

Balham to Shortlands by train and bus

417Weekly Services

57 minAverage Duration

£6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 10.7 mi
Duration: 57 min

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

You can take a train from Balham to Shortlands via London Victoria in around 58 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Balham Station to Shortlands Station via Anerley Station and Seymour Villas in around 1h 24m.

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