What is the cheapest way to get from Russell Square to Balham?

The cheapest way to get from Russell Square to Balham is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Russell Square to Balham?

The fastest way to get from Russell Square to Balham is to subway which takes 18 min and costs £2 - £4.

Is there a direct bus between Russell Square and Balham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aldwych / Bush House and arriving at Balham Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct train between Russell Square and Balham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tottenham Court Road station station and arriving at Balham Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Russell Square to Balham?

The distance between Russell Square and Balham is 6 miles. The road distance is 6.3 miles.

How do I travel from Russell Square to Balham without a car?

The best way to get from Russell Square to Balham without a car is to subway which takes 18 min and costs £2 - £4.

How long does it take to get from Russell Square to Balham?

The subway from Tottenham Court Road station to Balham Station takes 18 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Russell Square to Balham bus from?

Russell Square to Balham bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Aldwych / Bush House station.

Where do I catch the Russell Square to Balham train from?

Russell Square to Balham train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Tottenham Court Road station.

Where does the Russell Square to Balham bus arrive?

Russell Square to Balham bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Balham Station.

Where does the Russell Square to Balham train arrive?

Russell Square to Balham train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Balham Station.

Can I drive from Russell Square to Balham?

Yes, the driving distance between Russell Square to Balham is 6 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Russell Square to Balham.

How do I get a train ticket from Russell Square to Balham?

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Where can I stay near Balham?

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Russell Square to Balham - 4 ways to travel via subway, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Russell Square to Balham by subway, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Tottenham Court Road station to Balham StationNorthern
18 min
£2–4
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aldwych / Bush House to Balham StationN155
36 min
£1–40
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Russell Square to Balham6.3 mi
20 min
£29–35
Drive 6.3 mi
1. Drive from Russell Square to Balham6.3 mi
20 min
£2–3

Russell Square to Balham by subway

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18 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 5.9 mi
Duration: 18 min

What companies run services between Russell Square, England and Balham, England?

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Tottenham Court Road station to Balham Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, Go Ahead London operates a bus from Aldwych / Bush House to Balham Station hourly. Tickets cost £1–40 and the journey takes 36 min.

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