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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Balham is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Balham is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £24 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Balham?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Balham. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Hildreth Street Market via Streatham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Balham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Purley and arriving at Balham. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Purley to Balham?

The distance between Purley and Balham is 9 miles. The road distance is 8.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Balham without a car is to train which takes 22 min and costs £5 - £8.

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

The train from Purley to Balham takes 22 min including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Purley to Balham bus from?

Purley to Balham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Purley / Downlands Precinct station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Balham train from?

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

Train or bus from Purley to Balham?

The best way to get from Purley to Balham is to train which takes 22 min and costs £5 - £8. Alternatively, you can line 60 bus, which costs £6 - £8 and takes 1h 9m.

Where does the Purley to Balham bus arrive?

Purley to Balham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Streatham Station.

Where does the Purley to Balham train arrive?

Purley to Balham train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Balham station.

Can I drive from Purley to Balham?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Balham is 9 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Purley to Balham.

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

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Where can I stay near Balham?

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Purley to Balham - 7 ways to travel via train, line 60 bus, taxi, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Purley to Balham by train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Purley to BalhamBrighton - London Victoria / ...
22 min
£5–8
Drive 8.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purley to Balham8.9 mi
20 min
£3–4
Line 60 bus
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Tankerville Road60
1h 9m
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Purley to Balham8.9 mi
20 min
£24–29
Train via Clapham Junction
1. Take the train from Purley to Clapham JunctionReigate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to BalhamLondon Victoria - London Bridge / ...
25 min
£10–19
Line 60 bus, line 249 bus
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Streatham Station60
2. Take the bus from Streatham Station to Hildreth Street Market249
1h 17m
£3
Line 127 bus
1. Take the bus from Purley Station to Tooting Broadway Station127
1h 20m
£3–10

Purley to Balham by train

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Distance: 8.9 mi
Duration: 22 min

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

Southern operates a train from Purley to Balham once a week. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Tankerville Road every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 53 min.

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