What is the cheapest way to get from Balham to Thornton Heath?

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Thornton Heath is to line 50 bus which costs £3 and takes 40 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balham to Thornton Heath?

The fastest way to get from Balham to Thornton Heath is to train which takes 9 min and costs £4 - £5.

Is there a direct bus between Balham and Thornton Heath?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rudloe Road and arriving at Thornton Heath Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Thornton Heath?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Balham and arriving at Thornton Heath. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Balham to Thornton Heath?

The distance between Balham and Thornton Heath is 4 miles.

How do I travel from Balham to Thornton Heath without a car?

The best way to get from Balham to Thornton Heath without a car is to train which takes 9 min and costs £4 - £5.

How long does it take to get from Balham to Thornton Heath?

The train from Balham to Thornton Heath takes 9 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Balham to Thornton Heath bus from?

Balham to Thornton Heath bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Rudloe Road station.

Where do I catch the Balham to Thornton Heath train from?

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

Train or bus from Balham to Thornton Heath?

The best way to get from Balham to Thornton Heath is to train which takes 9 min and costs £4 - £5. Alternatively, you can line 50 bus, which costs £3 and takes 40 min.

Where does the Balham to Thornton Heath bus arrive?

Balham to Thornton Heath bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Thornton Heath Station.

Where does the Balham to Thornton Heath train arrive?

Balham to Thornton Heath train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Thornton Heath station.

How do I get a train ticket from Balham to Thornton Heath?

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Where can I stay near Thornton Heath?

There are 19451+ hotels available in Thornton Heath.

Balham to Thornton Heath - 4 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Balham to Thornton Heath by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Balham to Thornton HeathLondon Victoria - Epsom Downs / ...
9 min
£4–5
Line 50 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rudloe Road to Thornton Heath Station50
40 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balham to Thornton Heath4.4 mi
13 min
£28–35
Walk
1. Take the foot from Balham to Thornton Heath4.4 mi
1h 24m

Balham to Thornton Heath by train

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Distance: 4.1 mi
Duration: 9 min

What companies run services between Balham, England and Thornton Heath, England?

Southern operates a train from Balham to Thornton Heath every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £4–5 and the journey takes 9 min. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Rudloe Road to Thornton Heath Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 40 min.

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