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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Balham is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Balham is to train which takes 49 min and costs £10 - £21.

Is there a direct train between Watford 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 49 min.

How far is it from Watford to Balham?

The distance between Watford and Balham is 20 miles. The road distance is 21.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Balham without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs £10 - £21.

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

The train from Watford Junction to Balham takes 49 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Watford to Balham train from?

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

Where does the Watford to Balham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watford to Balham?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Balham?

There are 21384+ hotels available in Balham.

Watford to Balham - 4 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and line 142 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Watford to Balham by train, car, taxi, bus, or subway

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 Watford Junction to Balhamtrain Watford Junction - East Croydon
49 min
£10–21
Drive 21 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watford to Balhamcar 21 mi
50 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watford to Balhamtaxi 21 mi
50 min
£50–65
Line 142 bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Beechen Grove to Edgware Bus Stationbus 142
2. Take the subway from Edgware station to Balham Stationsubway Northern
1h 42m
£18–52

Watford to Balham by train

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Distance: 19.9 mi
Duration: 49 min

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

Southern operates a train from Watford Junction to Balham hourly. Tickets cost £10–21 and the journey takes 49 min.

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