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

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Stansted is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balham to Stansted is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £6 - £9.

How far is it from Balham to Stansted?

The distance between Balham and Stansted is 39 miles. The road distance is 24.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balham to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £19 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Balham to Stansted, including transfers.

Train or bus from Balham to Stansted?

The best way to get from Balham to Stansted is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £19 - £29. Alternatively, you can line 249 bus and bus, which costs £13 - £18 and takes 3h 41m.

Can I drive from Balham to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Stansted is 25 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Balham to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 2317+ hotels available in Stansted.

Balham to Stansted - 5 ways to travel via train, line 249 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Balham to Stansted by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 London Victoriatrain London Bridge - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
2h 35m
£19–29
Drive 24.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balham to Stanstedcar 24.8 mi
47 min
£7–9
Line 249 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Balham Station to Anerley Stationbus 249
2. Take the bus from Seymour Villas to Bromley South Stationbus 358
3h 41m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balham to Stanstedtaxi 24.8 mi
47 min
£60–75
Train, line 223 bus
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Gravesendtrain Luton - Rainham / ...
2. Take the bus from Barrack Row to Flagstone Pavingbus 223
3h 8m

Balham to Stansted by train and bus

5Weekly Services

2h 35mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Balham to Stansted.

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Distance: 38.8 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

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

You can take a train from Balham to Labour-in-Vain Road via London Victoria, Borough Green & Wrotham, and High Street in around 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Balham Station to Labour-in-Vain Road via Anerley Station, Seymour Villas, Bromley South Station, Bromley South, Meopham, and Station Road in around 3h 41m.

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