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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Balham is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Balham is to train and subway which takes 1h and costs £14 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Balham?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Balham station. However, there are services departing from Old Cock Inn and arriving at Balham Station via Black Boy PH, Marble Arch Station / Park Lane and The Pavement. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Balham?

No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Balham station. However, there are services departing from Harpenden and arriving at Balham Station via King's Cross St. Pancras station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Harpenden to Balham?

The distance between Harpenden and Balham is 33 miles. The road distance is 31.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harpenden to Balham without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h and costs £14 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 1h to get from Harpenden to Balham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Balham bus from?

Harpenden to Balham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Old Cock Inn station.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Balham train from?

Harpenden to Balham train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Harpenden station.

Where does the Harpenden to Balham bus arrive?

Harpenden to Balham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Black Boy PH station.

Where does the Harpenden to Balham train arrive?

Harpenden to Balham train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Harpenden to Balham?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Balham is 32 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Harpenden to Balham.

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

Book your Harpenden to Balham train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Balham?

There are 20683+ hotels available in Balham.

Harpenden to Balham - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, line 321 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Harpenden to Balham by train, subway, 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, subway
best
1. Take the train from Harpenden to London St Pancras Intltrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the subway from King's Cross St. Pancras station to Balham Stationsubway Northern
1h
£14–29
Drive 31.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Harpenden to Balhamcar 31.5 mi
1h 3m
£8–12
Line 321 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Old Cock Inn to Watford Junction stationbus 321
2. Take the train from Watford Junction to Balhamtrain Watford Junction - East Croydon
2h 42m
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Harpenden to Balhamtaxi 31.5 mi
1h 3m
£75–95
Line 321 bus, line 757 bus
1. Take the bus from Old Cock Inn to Black Boy PHbus 321
2. Take the bus from Black Boy PH to Marble Archbus 757
2h 46m
£12–16

Harpenden to Balham by bus and train

102Weekly Services

2h 42mAverage Duration

£11Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Harpenden to Balham.

Launch map view

Distance: 32.9 mi
Duration: 1h

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

You can take a bus from Old Cock Inn to Balham Station via Black Boy PH, Marble Arch, Marble Arch Station / Park Lane, and The Pavement in around 2h 46m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.