What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Balham?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Balham is to line 142 bus and subway which costs £5 - £8 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Balham?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Balham is to train which takes 48 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and Balham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Balham. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Balham?

The distance between Watford Junction and Balham is 20 miles. The road distance is 21.4 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to Balham without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Balham without a car is to train which takes 48 min and costs £8 - £12.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Balham?

The train from Watford Junction to Balham takes 48 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Balham train from?

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

Train or bus from Watford Junction to Balham?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Balham is to train which takes 48 min and costs £8 - £12. Alternatively, you can line 757 bus, which costs £13 - £21 and takes 1h 53m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Balham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Balham?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Balham is 21 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Watford Junction to Balham.

How do I get a train ticket from Watford Junction to Balham?

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Where can I stay near Balham?

There are 20403+ hotels available in Balham.

Watford Junction to Balham - 5 ways to travel via train, line 757 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Watford Junction to Balham by train, bus, car, taxi, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Balhamtrain Watford Junction - East Croydon
48 min
£8–12
Line 142 bus, subway
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Edgware Bus Stationbus 142
2. Take the subway from Edgware station to Balham Stationsubway Northern
1h 45m
£5–8
Line 757 bus
1. Take the bus from Black Boy PH to Green Line Coach Stationbus 757
1h 53m
£13–21
Drive 21.3 mi
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Balhamcar 21.3 mi
50 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watford Junction to Balhamtaxi 21.3 mi
50 min
£50–65

Watford Junction to Balham by train

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Distance: 19.9 mi
Duration: 48 min

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Balham, England?

Southern operates a train from Watford Junction to Balham hourly. Tickets cost £8–12 and the journey takes 48 min. Alternatively, Green Line operates a bus from Black Boy PH to Green Line Coach Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £7–10 and the journey takes 1h 8m.

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