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

The cheapest way to get from Hammersmith to Balham is to drive which costs £1 - £2 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hammersmith to Balham is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £27 - £32.

Is there a direct bus between Hammersmith and Balham?

No, there is no direct bus from Hammersmith station to Balham station. However, there are services departing from Hammersmith Bus Station and arriving at Balham Station via Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Hammersmith and Balham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kensington (Olympia) and arriving at Balham. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Hammersmith to Balham?

The distance between Hammersmith and Balham is 5 miles. The road distance is 5.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hammersmith to Balham without a car is to train which takes 17 min and costs £4 - £5.

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

The train from Kensington (Olympia) to Balham takes 17 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Hammersmith to Balham bus from?

Hammersmith to Balham bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Hammersmith Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Hammersmith to Balham train from?

Hammersmith to Balham train services, operated by Southern, depart from Kensington (Olympia) station.

Train or bus from Hammersmith to Balham?

The best way to get from Hammersmith to Balham is to train which takes 17 min and costs £4 - £5. Alternatively, you can line 295 bus, which costs £4 - £9 and takes 45 min.

Where does the Hammersmith to Balham bus arrive?

Hammersmith to Balham bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Charing Cross station.

Where does the Hammersmith to Balham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hammersmith to Balham?

Yes, the driving distance between Hammersmith to Balham is 6 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Hammersmith to Balham.

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

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Where can I stay near Balham?

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Hammersmith to Balham - 6 ways to travel via train, line 295 bus, taxi, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Hammersmith to Balham by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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 Kensington (Olympia) to BalhamWatford Junction - East Croydon / ...
17 min
£4–5
Drive 5.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hammersmith to Balham5.5 mi
15 min
£2
Line 295 bus
1. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Clapham Junction Station / The Falcon295
45 min
£4–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hammersmith to Balham5.5 mi
15 min
£27–32
Subway, train
1. Take the subway from Hammersmith to Victoria stationDistrict
2. Take the train from London Victoria to BalhamLondon Victoria - London Bridge / ...
31 min
£6–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Charing Cross9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square/Charing Cross to Balham StationN155
1h 40m
£3–63

Hammersmith to Balham by train

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Distance: 5.1 mi
Duration: 17 min

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

Southern operates a train from Kensington (Olympia) to Balham hourly. Tickets cost £4–5 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, London Buses operates a bus from Hammersmith Bus Station to Clapham Junction Station / The Falcon every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 36 min.

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