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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Balham is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Balham is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Balham?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Balham station. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Balham Station via New Cross Gate Station and Elephant & Castle Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Balham?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Balham station. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Balham Station via London Bridge Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Balham?

The distance between Maidstone and Balham is 42 miles. The road distance is 37.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Balham without a car is to train and subway which takes 1h 11m and costs £13 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Maidstone to Balham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Balham bus from?

Maidstone to Balham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Balham train from?

Maidstone to Balham train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Balham?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Balham is to bus and line 155 bus which takes 1h 56m and costs £17 - £65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £65 and takes 1h 26m.

Where does the Maidstone to Balham bus arrive?

Maidstone to Balham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at New Cross Gate Station.

Where does the Maidstone to Balham train arrive?

Maidstone to Balham train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Balham?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Balham is 37 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Maidstone to Balham.

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

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Where can I stay near Balham?

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Maidstone to Balham - 5 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, and line 155 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Maidstone 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 Maidstone East to London BridgeMaidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the subway from London Bridge Station to Balham StationNorthern
1h 11m
£14–58
Drive 37 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Maidstone to Balham37 mi
58 min
£10–14
Bus, line 155 bus
1. Take the bus from King Street to New Cross Gate Station814
2. Take the bus from Elephant & Castle Station to Balham Station155 / ...
1h 56m
£18–63
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Maidstone to Balham37 mi
58 min
£160–200
Train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London VictoriaAshford International - London Victoria / ...
1h 26m
£15–61

Maidstone to Balham by train and subway

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1h 11mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 42 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

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

You can take a bus from King Street to Balham Station via New Cross Gate Station, London College of Comm, and Elephant & Castle Station in around 1h 56m. Alternatively, Southeastern operates a train from Maidstone East to London Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £11–55 and the journey takes 1h 9m.

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