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

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Thamesmead is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balham to Thamesmead is to taxi which takes 36 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Balham and Thamesmead?

No, there is no direct bus from Balham to Thamesmead. However, there are services departing from Hildreth Street Market and arriving at Thamesmead / Carlyle Road via Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Thamesmead?

No, there is no direct train from Balham station to Thamesmead. However, there are services departing from Balham station and arriving at Abbey Wood via Liverpool Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Balham to Thamesmead?

The distance between Balham and Thamesmead is 17 miles. The road distance is 14.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balham to Thamesmead without a car is to subway and train which takes 46 min and costs £9 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 46 min to get from Balham to Thamesmead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balham to Thamesmead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Balham to Thamesmead train from?

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

Where does the Balham to Thamesmead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Balham to Thamesmead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balham to Thamesmead?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Thamesmead is 15 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Balham to Thamesmead.

Where can I stay near Thamesmead?

There are 18214+ hotels available in Thamesmead.

Balham to Thamesmead - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, and line 177 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Balham to Thamesmead 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 Moorgate stationNorthern
2. Take the train from Liverpool Street Station to Abbey WoodElizabeth
46 min
£9–12
Line 155 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hildreth Street Market to Elephant & Castle Station155 / ...
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road to Thamesmead / Carlyle RoadN1
2h 12m
£3–98
Train, line 177 bus
1. Take the train from Balham to New Cross GateLondon Victoria - London Bridge
2. Take the bus from New Cross Gate Station to Thamesmead / Carlyle Road177
1h 41m
£7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balham to Thamesmead14.6 mi
36 min
£35–45
Drive 14.6 mi
1. Drive from Balham to Thamesmead14.6 mi
36 min
£4–6

Balham to Thamesmead by subway and train

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Distance: 16.9 mi
Duration: 46 min

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

You can take a bus from Hildreth Street Market to Thamesmead / Carlyle Road via Elephant & Castle Station and Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road in around 2h 12m.

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