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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL)
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
36 m
Average duration
38 m
Trains per day
4
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL) will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 4 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Balham (BAL) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 31 km
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£12 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m 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 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:13 London Gatwick Airport | 0h37 | 08:50 Balham (BAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:32 London Gatwick Airport | 0h43 | 16:15 Balham (BAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:46 London Gatwick Airport | 0h43 | 17:29 Balham (BAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:43 London Gatwick Airport | 0h40 | 21:23 Balham (BAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 15 November | |||||
| 05:56 London Gatwick Airport | 0h38 | 06:34 Balham (BAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:32 London Gatwick Airport | 0h43 | 08:15 Balham (BAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:43 London Gatwick Airport | 0h36 | 08:19 Balham (BAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 9 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 35m.
Distance 31 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 35m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 21:26 |
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 £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: London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL) train
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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Important Stations and Airports in London Gatwick Airport and Balham (BAL)
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 21:30 Saturday 06:10 - 21:30 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There are unheated waiting areas on each platform
- Storage location: Side entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 21:30 Saturday 06:10 - 21:30 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There are unheated waiting areas on each platform
- Storage location: Side entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
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