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

The cheapest way to get from Plumstead to Balham is to drive which costs £2 - £5 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Plumstead to Balham is to taxi which takes 32 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Plumstead and Balham?

No, there is no direct bus from Plumstead to Balham station. However, there are services departing from Heavitree Road and arriving at Balham Station via E & C / Newington Causeway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Plumstead and Balham?

No, there is no direct train from Plumstead to Balham station. However, there are services departing from Plumstead and arriving at Balham Station via London Bridge Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Plumstead to Balham?

The distance between Plumstead and Balham is 14 miles. The road distance is 12 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plumstead to Balham without a car is to train and subway which takes 43 min and costs £9 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 43 min to get from Plumstead to Balham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plumstead to Balham bus from?

Plumstead to Balham bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, depart from Heavitree Road station.

Where do I catch the Plumstead to Balham train from?

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

Where does the Plumstead to Balham bus arrive?

Plumstead to Balham bus services, operated by Stagecoach London, arrive at Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road station.

Where does the Plumstead to Balham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plumstead to Balham?

Yes, the driving distance between Plumstead to Balham is 12 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Plumstead to Balham.

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

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Where can I stay near Balham?

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Plumstead to Balham - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, line 53 bus, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Plumstead 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 Plumstead to London Bridgetrain London Cannon Street - London Cannon Street / ...
2. Take the subway from London Bridge Station to Balham Stationsubway Northern
43 min
£9–17
Drive 11.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Plumstead to Balhamcar 11.9 mi
32 min
£3–5
Line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Heavitree Road to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Roadbus 53 / ...
1h 19m
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Plumstead to Balhamtaxi 11.9 mi
32 min
£30–40
Line 53 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Heavitree Road to New Cross Gate Stationbus 53 / ...
2. Take the train from New Cross Gate to Balhamtrain London Bridge - London Victoria
1h 39m
£8–11
Line 53 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Heavitree Road to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Roadbus 53 / ...
2. Take the bus from E & C / Newington Causeway to Balham Stationbus Nl-7
1h 44m

Plumstead to Balham by bus and train

232Weekly Services

1h 39mAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 13.4 mi
Duration: 43 min

What companies run services between Plumstead, Greater London, England and Balham, England?

Stagecoach London operates a bus from Heavitree Road to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Road every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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