How to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham by Tube and train?

From Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham by Tube and train

To get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham in Balham, take the ELIZABETH train from Heathrow Terminal 5 station to Tottenham Court Road station. Next, take the NORTHERN Tube from Tottenham Court Road station to Balham Underground station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The ride fare is £15.30. The Tube and train schedule from Heathrow Terminal 5 may change. We recommend you check the updated Tube and train schedule to Balham on the Moovit app.

73min£15.30
Train - ELIZABETH
Tube - NORTHERN
Walk to Balham
Leaves from Heathrow Terminal 5

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Heathrow Terminal 5
  • 2
    Train - ELIZABETH
    Wait for train
    ELIZABETH
    Shenfield
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Tottenham Court Road
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to Tube station
    Walk to Tube station
    Tottenham Court Road
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Tube - NORTHERN
    Wait for Tube
    NORTHERN
    Morden
  • 6
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    Balham Underground
    20 min
  • 7
    Walk to Balham
    Walk to
    Balham
    Balham Station Road
    30 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham by Tube and train via HEATHROW EXPRESS, CIRCLE and MILDMAY LINE

To get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one Tube line: take the HEATHROW EXPRESS train from Heathrow Terminal 5 station to Paddington station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CIRCLE Tube and finally take the MILDMAY LINE train from London Victoria station to Balham Rail station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 8 min. The Tube and train schedule from Heathrow Terminal 5 may change. We recommend you check the updated Tube and train schedule to Balham on the Moovit app.

68min
Train - HEATHROW EXPRESS
Tube - CIRCLE
Train - MILDMAY LINE
Leaves from Heathrow Terminal 5

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Heathrow Terminal 5
  • 2
    Train - HEATHROW EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    HEATHROW EXPRESS
    London Paddington
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Paddington
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to Tube station
    Walk to Tube station
    Paddington
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Tube - CIRCLE
    Wait for Tube
    CIRCLE
    Hammersmith
  • 6
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    Victoria
    13 min
  • 7
    Train - MILDMAY LINE
    Wait for train
    MILDMAY LINE
    West Croydon
  • 8
    Ride to train station Balham Rail
    Ride to train station
    Balham Rail
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham

The distance between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Balham is approximately 39.64 km, which can typically be travelled in 73 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham by Tube and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Balham – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Tube And Train schedule from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham

To check the Tube and train schedule from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Heathrow Terminal 5) and destination (Balham), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available Tube and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each Tube and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest Tube and train schedules.

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Alternative route from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham by Tube and train via HEATHROW EXPRESS, CIRCLE and MILDMAY LINE

To get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one Tube line: take the HEATHROW EXPRESS train from Heathrow Terminal 5 station to Paddington station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CIRCLE Tube and finally take the MILDMAY LINE train from London Victoria station to Balham Rail station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 8 min. The Tube and train schedule from Heathrow Terminal 5 may change. We recommend you check the updated Tube and train schedule to Balham on the Moovit app.

68min
Train - HEATHROW EXPRESS
Tube - CIRCLE
Train - MILDMAY LINE
Leaves from Heathrow Terminal 5

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Heathrow Terminal 5
  • 2
    Train - HEATHROW EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    HEATHROW EXPRESS
    London Paddington
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Paddington
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to Tube station
    Walk to Tube station
    Paddington
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Tube - CIRCLE
    Wait for Tube
    CIRCLE
    Hammersmith
  • 6
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    Victoria
    13 min
  • 7
    Train - MILDMAY LINE
    Wait for train
    MILDMAY LINE
    West Croydon
  • 8
    Ride to train station Balham Rail
    Ride to train station
    Balham Rail
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham?

    The fastest way takes 73 minutes, using Train line ELIZABETH, Tube line NORTHERN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham?

    The alternative route takes 68 minutes, using Train line HEATHROW EXPRESS, Tube line CIRCLE, Train line MILDMAY LINE.

  • Is there a direct train between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Balham?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one Tube line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 13 min.

  • Which train line goes from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham?

    The ELIZABETH train line goes from Shenfield station near Heathrow Terminal 5 in Heathrow to Tottenham Court Road station. From there you’ll have to take one Tube line till Tottenham Court Road station near Balham.

  • How long does it take to travel from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham by train and Tube?

    The total travel time between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Balham by train and Tube is about 1 hr 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Heathrow Terminal 5 to get to Balham?

    Get on the ELIZABETH train from the Shenfield station near Heathrow Terminal 5 in Heathrow.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Balham?

    Get off the train at the Tottenham Court Road station, which is closest to Balham.

  • How much is the train fare from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham?

    The ride from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Balham costs £15.30.

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