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

The cheapest way to get from Dorking to Balham is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorking to Balham is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Dorking and Balham?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorking to Balham. However, there are services departing from West Street and arriving at Hildreth Street Market via Cromwell Road Bus Station and Colliers Wood Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Dorking and Balham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dorking and arriving at Balham. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Dorking to Balham?

The distance between Dorking and Balham is 19 miles. The road distance is 19.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorking to Balham without a car is to train which takes 50 min and costs £7 - £16.

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

The train from Dorking to Balham takes 50 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dorking to Balham bus from?

Dorking to Balham bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from West Street station.

Where do I catch the Dorking to Balham train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorking to Balham?

The best way to get from Dorking to Balham is to train which takes 50 min and costs £7 - £16. Alternatively, you can line 465 bus and line 57 bus, which costs and takes 2h 28m.

Where does the Dorking to Balham bus arrive?

Dorking to Balham bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Cromwell Road Bus Station.

Where does the Dorking to Balham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorking to Balham?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorking to Balham is 20 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Dorking to Balham.

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

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Where can I stay near Balham?

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Dorking to Balham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 465 bus, and line 57 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Dorking to Balham by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dorking to Balhamtrain Horsham - London Victoria / ...
50 min
£7–16
Drive 19.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorking to Balhamcar 19.5 mi
36 min
£5–7
Line 465 bus, line 57 bus
1. Take the bus from West Street to Cromwell Road Bus Stationbus 465
2. Take the bus from Cromwell Road Bus Station to Colliers Wood Stationbus 57
2h 28m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dorking to Balhamtaxi 19.5 mi
36 min
£45–60

Dorking to Balham by train

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Distance: 19.1 mi
Duration: 50 min

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

Southern operates a train from Dorking to Balham hourly. Tickets cost £7–16 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from West Street to Hildreth Street Market via Cromwell Road Bus Station and Colliers Wood Station in around 2h 28m.

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