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Journey information
Overview: Train from Balham (BAL) to Bournemouth station (BMH)
Take a train from Balham (BAL) to Bournemouth station (BMH) and enjoy the approximately 144 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
Distance 144 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Trains per day 6 |
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Train companies: South Western Railway from Balham (BAL) to Bournemouth station (BMH) trainsSouth Western Railway trains will get you between Balham (BAL) and Bournemouth station (BMH). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Balham (BAL) to Bournemouth station (BMH) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Balham (BAL) to Bournemouth station (BMH) 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 Bournemouth station (BMH), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Balham (BAL) and Bournemouth station (BMH)
Most Balham (BAL) to Bournemouth station (BMH) trains use the London Waterloo to Bournemouth station pair. Use this guide to compare Balham (BAL) and Bournemouth station (BMH) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Balham from London city centre
Balham is 7 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Balham train station facilities and services
Balham has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Balham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Balham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Balham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Balham: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Balham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Balham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step-free access to platforms 1 (to Croydon/Sutton/London Bridge) and platform 2 (to Victoria) via lift. During times of engineering work trains may stop on platform 3/4 which do not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is the Station Road entrance ticket barriers, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bournemouth train station facilities and services
Bournemouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bournemouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bournemouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
