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

The cheapest way to get from Merstham to Balham is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Merstham to Balham is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Merstham and Balham?

No, there is no direct train from Merstham to Balham. However, there are services departing from Merstham and arriving at Balham via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Merstham to Balham?

The distance between Merstham and Balham is 18 miles. The road distance is 14.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merstham to Balham without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs £11 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 35 min to get from Merstham to Balham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merstham to Balham train from?

Merstham to Balham train services, operated by Southern, depart from Merstham station.

Where does the Merstham to Balham train arrive?

Merstham to Balham train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Clapham Junction station.

Can I drive from Merstham to Balham?

Yes, the driving distance between Merstham to Balham is 14 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Merstham to Balham.

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

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Where can I stay near Balham?

There are 19865+ hotels available in Balham.

Merstham to Balham - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and subway

There are 4 ways to get from Merstham to Balham by train, 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 Merstham to Clapham JunctionHorsham - London Victoria / ...
35 min
£12–23
Drive 14.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merstham to Balham14.2 mi
30 min
£4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merstham to Balham14.2 mi
30 min
£35–45
Train, subway
1. Take the train from Merstham to London St Pancras IntlThree Bridges - Bedford / ...
2. Take the subway from King's Cross St. Pancras station to Balham StationNorthern
1h 15m
£11–22

Merstham to Balham by train

232Weekly Trains

35 minAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 18.2 mi
Duration: 35 min

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

Southern operates a train from Merstham to Clapham Junction hourly. Tickets cost £8–18 and the journey takes 26 min.

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