What is the cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham?

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham is to subway which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham?

The fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham is to taxi which takes 39 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Balham?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham station. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminal 5 and arriving at Balham Station via Tottenham Court Road station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham?

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Balham is 25 miles. The road distance is 18.7 miles.

How do I travel from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham without a car?

The best way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 12m and costs £8 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham?

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham train from?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham train arrive?

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Tottenham Court Rd station.

Can I drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham is 19 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham.

How do I get a train ticket from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham?

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Where can I stay near Balham?

There are 20683+ hotels available in Balham.

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham - 6 ways to travel via train, and subway

There are 6 ways to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham by train, subway, bus, taxi, or car

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 Heathrow Terminal 5 to Tottenham Court Rdtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the subway from Tottenham Court Road station to Balham Stationsubway Northern
1h 12m
£8–15
Subway
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminal 5 station to King's Cross St. Pancras stationsubway Piccadilly
2. Take the subway from King's Cross St. Pancras station to Balham Stationsubway Northern
1h 28m
£4–8
Line 490 bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Richmond Stationbus 490
1h 40m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balhamtaxi 18.6 mi
39 min
£45–60
Drive 18.6 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balhamcar 18.6 mi
39 min
£5–7
Line 035 bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035 / ...
1h 54m
£19–26

Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham by foot, train, and subway

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1h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 24.5 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Heathrow Terminal 5, England and Balham, England?

Abellio London operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Richmond Station every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Heathrow Terminal 5 station to Balham Station via King's Cross St. Pancras station in around 1h 28m.

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