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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Balham is to bus via London Victoria which costs £9 - £29 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Balham is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Balham?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Balham station. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Balham Station via Paddington station and Charing Cross station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Balham?

The distance between Cheltenham and Balham is 129 miles. The road distance is 97 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Balham without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Cheltenham to Balham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Balham train from?

Cheltenham to Balham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Balham?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Balham is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £40 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Balham train arrive?

Cheltenham to Balham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Balham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Balham is 97 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Cheltenham to Balham.

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

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Where can I stay near Balham?

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Cheltenham to Balham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cheltenham to Balham by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddingtontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2h 32m
£32–151
Bus via London Victoria
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station to London Victoriabus Uk044
3h 54m
£10–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 444 / ...
3h 39m
£25–36
Drive 96.5 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Balhamcar 96.5 mi
2h 7m
£24–35

Cheltenham to Balham by train and subway

96Weekly Services

2h 32mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 128.3 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £29–150 and the journey takes 1h 57m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals hourly. Tickets cost £21–29 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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