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 46 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 £12 - £18.

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 21.8 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 £12 - £18.

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 22 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Gatwick to Balham.

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

Book your Gatwick to Balham train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Balham?

There are 20683+ hotels available in Balham.

Gatwick to Balham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 460 bus, car, and taxi

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

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 Gatwick Airport to Clapham Junctiontrain Littlehampton - London Victoria / ...
33 min
£12–18
Drive 21.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gatwick to Balhamcar 21.7 mi
46 min
£6–8
Line 460 bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Bartholomews Church to Clock Towerbus 460
2. Take the train from Epsom to Balhamtrain Horsham - London Victoria / ...
2h 27m
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gatwick to Balhamtaxi 21.7 mi
46 min
£55–70

Gatwick to Balham by train

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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 £9–13 and the journey takes 24 min.

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