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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL)
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
41 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL) will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 3 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Balham (BAL) on Sat, Jun 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:02 PM0h38London Gatwick Airport10:40 PMBalham (BAL)€81One-way0 transfers- 9:32 AM0h43London Gatwick Airport10:15 AMBalham (BAL)€121One-way0 transfers
- 7:32 AM0h43London Gatwick Airport8:15 AMBalham (BAL)€121One-way0 transfers
- 10:02 PM0h38London Gatwick Airport10:40 PMBalham (BAL)€81One-way0 transfers
- 9:32 AM0h43London Gatwick Airport10:15 AMBalham (BAL)€121One-way0 transfers
- 7:32 AM0h43London Gatwick Airport8:15 AMBalham (BAL)€121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 31 km
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1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL) trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| G26363 · G27805 | 10:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 10:40 PM Balham (BAL) | 1 transfer | |
| C82486 · G27722 | 10:13 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h40 | 10:53 PM Balham (BAL) | 1 transfer | |
| G26481 · G27529 | 10:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 11:04 PM Balham (BAL) | 1 transfer | |
| C82933 · G27260 | 10:32 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h43 | 11:15 PM Balham (BAL) | 1 transfer | |
| G26483 · W32659 | 10:56 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h38 | 11:34 PM Balham (BAL) | 1 transfer | |
| G26370 · G27922 | 11:02 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h42 | 11:44 PM Balham (BAL) | 1 transfer | |
| C82942 · G14568 | 11:26 PM Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0h44 | 12:10 AM Balham (BAL) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL)
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Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 23:03. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 36m.
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 5:50 AM |
Last train 11:03 PM |
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Train companies: Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express from London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL) trainsSouthern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express trains will get you between London Gatwick Airport and Balham (BAL) from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Balham (BAL), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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