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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Balham is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Balham is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £55 - £390.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Balham?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Balham station. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Balham Station via Euston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Balham?

The distance between Runcorn and Balham is 189 miles. The road distance is 196.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Balham without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £55 - £390.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Runcorn to Balham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Balham train from?

Runcorn to Balham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Runcorn station.

Train or fly from Runcorn to Balham?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Balham is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £55 - £390. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £75 - £180 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Runcorn to Balham train arrive?

Runcorn to Balham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Balham?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Balham is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Runcorn to Balham.

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

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Where can I stay near Balham?

There are 20056+ hotels available in Balham.

Runcorn to Balham - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and subway

There are 7 ways to get from Runcorn to Balham by train, bus, car, plane, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Runcorn to London EustonLiverpool Lime Street - London Euston
2h 30m
£55–383
Drive 195.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Runcorn to Balham195.1 mi
3h 47m
£49–70
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Smethwick Galton BridgeLiverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals400 / ...
5h 55m
£63–100
Fly Liverpool to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)LPL - LGW
5h 23m
£78–176
Fly Liverpool to London City Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London City Airport (LCY)LPL - LCY
5h 44m
£247–481
Fly Liverpool to London Heathrow Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)LPL - LHR
5h 58m
£116–297
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, subway
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Crewe
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the subway from Tottenham Court Road station to Balham Station
5h 11m
£85–261

Runcorn to Balham by train and subway

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2h 30mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 188.4 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Runcorn to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £50–380 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Alternatively, easyJet and Ryanair fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) 5 times a day.

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