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

The cheapest way to get from Shoreditch to Balham is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shoreditch to Balham is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Shoreditch and Balham?

No, there is no direct bus from Shoreditch to Balham station. However, there are services departing from Shoreditch Town Hall and arriving at Balham Station via Aldwych / Bush House. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Shoreditch and Balham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Old Street Station station and arriving at Balham Station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Shoreditch to Balham?

The distance between Shoreditch and Balham is 7 miles. The road distance is 6.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shoreditch to Balham without a car is to subway which takes 22 min and costs £2 - £4.

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

The subway from Old Street Station to Balham Station takes 22 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Shoreditch to Balham bus from?

Shoreditch to Balham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Shoreditch Town Hall station.

Where do I catch the Shoreditch to Balham train from?

Shoreditch to Balham train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Old Street Station.

Where does the Shoreditch to Balham bus arrive?

Shoreditch to Balham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Aldwych / Drury Lane station.

Where does the Shoreditch to Balham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shoreditch to Balham?

Yes, the driving distance between Shoreditch to Balham is 7 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Shoreditch to Balham.

Where can I stay near Balham?

There are 20216+ hotels available in Balham.

Shoreditch to Balham - 4 ways to travel via subway, line 243 bus, bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Shoreditch to Balham by 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.

Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Old Street Station to Balham StationNorthern
22 min
£2–4
Line 243 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Shoreditch Town Hall to Aldwych / Drury Lane243
2. Take the bus from Aldwych / Bush House to Balham StationN155
1h 29m
£4–43
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shoreditch to Balham6.9 mi
21 min
£30–40
Drive 6.9 mi
1. Drive from Shoreditch to Balham6.9 mi
21 min
£2–3

Shoreditch to Balham by subway

3830Weekly Subways

22 minAverage Duration

£2Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Shoreditch to Balham.

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Distance: 6.6 mi
Duration: 22 min

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

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Old Street Station to Balham Station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shoreditch Town Hall to Balham Station via Aldwych / Drury Lane and Aldwych / Bush House in around 1h 29m.

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