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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Balham is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Balham is to train which takes 33 min and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Balham?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Balham. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Balham via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Gatwick to Balham?

The distance between Gatwick and Balham is 26 miles. The road distance is 22.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Balham without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs £15 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 33 min to get from Gatwick to Balham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Balham train from?

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

Where does the Gatwick to Balham train arrive?

Gatwick to Balham train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Balham?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Balham is 23 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Gatwick to Balham.

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

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Where can I stay near Balham?

There are 20566+ hotels available in Balham.

Gatwick to Balham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 420 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Clapham JunctionLittlehampton - London Victoria / ...
33 min
£15–22
Line 420 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Bartholomews Church to Sutton Station420
2. Take the train from Sutton (London) to BalhamEpsom Downs - London Victoria / ...
2h 10m
£6–10
Drive 22.7 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Balham22.7 mi
42 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gatwick to Balham22.7 mi
42 min
£60–75

Gatwick to Balham by train

738Weekly Trains

33 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 25.7 mi
Duration: 33 min

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

Southern operates a train from Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junction every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £13–18 and the journey takes 24 min.

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