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

The cheapest way to get from Sydenham to Balham is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydenham to Balham is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £17 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Sydenham and Balham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Crystal Palace Station station and arriving at Hildreth Street Market. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Sydenham and Balham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sydenham and arriving at Balham. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Sydenham to Balham?

The distance between Sydenham and Balham is 5 miles. The road distance is 6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sydenham to Balham without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs £4 - £6.

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

The train from Sydenham to Balham takes 24 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Sydenham to Balham bus from?

Sydenham to Balham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Crystal Palace Station.

Where do I catch the Sydenham to Balham train from?

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

Train or bus from Sydenham to Balham?

The best way to get from Sydenham to Balham is to train which takes 24 min and costs £4 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 249 bus, which costs £3 and takes 39 min.

Where does the Sydenham to Balham bus arrive?

Sydenham to Balham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Hildreth Street Market station.

Where does the Sydenham to Balham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydenham to Balham?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydenham to Balham is 6 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Sydenham to Balham.

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

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Where can I stay near Balham?

There are 19949+ hotels available in Balham.

Sydenham to Balham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 249 bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Sydenham 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 Sydenham to BalhamLondon Bridge - London Victoria
24 min
£4–6
Drive 6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sydenham to Balham6 mi
19 min
£2–3
Line 249 bus
1. Take the bus from Crystal Palace Station to Hildreth Street Market249
39 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sydenham to Balham6 mi
19 min
£17–21

Sydenham to Balham by train

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Distance: 5.2 mi
Duration: 24 min

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

Southern operates a train from Sydenham to Balham hourly. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from Crystal Palace Station to Hildreth Street Market every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 39 min.

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