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

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Caterham is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 30 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balham to Caterham is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs £60 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Balham and Caterham?

No, there is no direct bus from Balham to Caterham. However, there are services departing from Rudloe Road and arriving at Caterham Valley via Park Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Caterham?

No, there is no direct train from Balham to Caterham. However, there are services departing from Balham and arriving at Caterham via East Croydon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Balham to Caterham?

The distance between Balham and Caterham is 14 miles. The road distance is 13.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balham to Caterham without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £5 - £11.

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

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Balham to Caterham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balham to Caterham bus from?

Balham to Caterham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Rudloe Road station.

Where do I catch the Balham to Caterham train from?

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

Train or bus from Balham to Caterham?

The best way to get from Balham to Caterham is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £5 - £11. Alternatively, you can line 50 bus and line 407 bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Balham to Caterham bus arrive?

Balham to Caterham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Fairfield Halls station.

Where does the Balham to Caterham train arrive?

Balham to Caterham train services, operated by Southern, arrive at East Croydon station.

Can I drive from Balham to Caterham?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Caterham is 13 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Balham to Caterham.

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

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Where can I stay near Caterham?

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Balham to Caterham - 5 ways to travel via train, line 407 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Balham to Caterham by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Balham to East Croydontrain Watford Junction - East Croydon / ...
2. Take the train from East Croydon to Caterhamtrain London Bridge - Caterham / ...
1h 5m
£6–10
Drive 13.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Balham to Caterhamcar 13.1 mi
30 min
£4–5
Train, line 407 bus
1. Take the train from Balham to West Croydontrain London Victoria - Epsom Downs / ...
2. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Caterham Valleybus 407
1h 10m
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balham to Caterhamtaxi 13.1 mi
30 min
£60–75
Line 50 bus, line 407 bus
1. Take the bus from Rudloe Road to Fairfield Hallsbus 50
2. Take the bus from Park Street to Caterham Valleybus 407
1h 33m
£4–5

Balham to Caterham by train

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Distance: 13.5 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

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

You can take a train from Balham to Caterham via East Croydon in around 1h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rudloe Road to Caterham Valley via Fairfield Halls and Park Street in around 1h 33m.

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