The cheapest and fastest trains from London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL)
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
37 m
Average duration
40 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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL) will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 3 trains that leave London Gatwick Airport for Balham (BAL) every day 3 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 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 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.
06:460h43London Gatwick Airport07:29Balham (BAL)£121One-way0 changes
20:430h40London Gatwick Airport21:23Balham (BAL)£141One-way0 changes
08:430h37London Gatwick Airport09:20Balham (BAL)£151One-way0 changes
08:430h37London Gatwick Airport09:20Balham (BAL)£151One-way0 changes
20:430h40London Gatwick Airport21:23Balham (BAL)£141One-way0 changes
06:460h43London Gatwick Airport07:29Balham (BAL)£121One-way0 changes
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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£11 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m 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, Monday 30 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 15:46 London Gatwick Airport | 0h43 | 16:29 Balham (BAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:26 London Gatwick Airport | 0h38 | 23:04 Balham (BAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 31 March | |||||
![]() | 06:46 London Gatwick Airport | 0h43 | 07:29 Balham (BAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:43 London Gatwick Airport | 0h37 | 09:20 Balham (BAL) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL) by train or coach
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Southern?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Southern, but also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink, Gatwick Express or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Thameslink, Gatwick Express or Southern to find the best option for your trip from London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Gatwick Airport to Balham (BAL)
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 06:46, the last at 22:26. 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 06:46 |
Last train 22:26 |
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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