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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Balham (BAL) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
40 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
32 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Balham (BAL) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Balham (BAL) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 5 trains that leave Balham (BAL) for Gatwick Airport (GTW) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 32 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 48 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Balham (BAL) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Balham (BAL) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 32 km
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£16 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Balham (BAL) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) train times
The table below shows live departures for Balham (BAL) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:46 Balham (BAL) | 0h48 | 06:34 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:10 Balham (BAL) | 0h39 | 07:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:10 Balham (BAL) | 0h39 | 10:49 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:03 Balham (BAL) | 0h35 | 12:38 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:29 Balham (BAL) | 0h39 | 13:08 Gatwick Airport (GTW) | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Balham (BAL) to Gatwick Airport (GTW)
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Trains from Balham (BAL) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 17:10. The fastest train covers the 32 km distance in 36m.
Distance 32 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 17:10 |
Train companies: Southern, Thameslink from Balham (BAL) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) trainsSouthern, Thameslink trains will get you between Balham (BAL) and Gatwick Airport (GTW) from £6. 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Balham (BAL) to Gatwick Airport (GTW) 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 Gatwick Airport (GTW), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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