How to get from Gatwick Airport to Balham by train?

From Gatwick Airport to Balham by train

To get from Gatwick Airport to Balham in Balham, take the MILDMAY LINE train from Gatwick Airport station to Clapham Junction station. Next, take the MILDMAY LINE train from Clapham Junction station to Balham Rail station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min. The ride fare is £13.30. The train schedule from Gatwick Airport may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Balham on the Moovit app.

38min£13.30
Train - MILDMAY LINE
Train - MILDMAY LINE
Leaves from Gatwick Airport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Gatwick Airport
  • 2
    Train - MILDMAY LINE
    Wait for train
    MILDMAY LINE
    London Victoria
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Clapham Junction
    26 min
  • 4
    Train - MILDMAY LINE
    Wait for train
    MILDMAY LINE
    East Croydon
  • 5
    Ride to train station Balham Rail
    Ride to train station
    Balham Rail
    5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Gatwick Airport to Balham by Tube and train

To get from Gatwick Airport to Balham in Balham, take the THAMESLINK train from Gatwick Airport station to London Bridge station. Next, take the NORTHERN Tube from London Bridge station to Balham Underground station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min. The ride fare is £15.30. The train schedule from Gatwick Airport may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Balham on the Moovit app.

59min£15.30
Train - THAMESLINK
Tube - NORTHERN
Walk to Balham
Leaves from Gatwick Airport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Gatwick Airport
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Bedford
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    London Bridge
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to Tube station
    Walk to Tube station
    London Bridge
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Tube - NORTHERN
    Wait for Tube
    NORTHERN
    Morden
  • 6
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    Balham Underground
    18 min
  • 7
    Walk to Balham
    Walk to
    Balham
    Balham Station Road
    30 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Gatwick Airport to Balham

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Balham is approximately 41.77 km, which can typically be travelled in 38 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Gatwick Airport to Balham by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Balham – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Gatwick Airport to Balham

To check the train schedule from Gatwick Airport to Balham using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Gatwick Airport) and destination (Balham), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 train schedules.

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From Gatwick Airport to Balham by Tube and train

To get from Gatwick Airport to Balham in Balham, take the THAMESLINK train from Gatwick Airport station to London Bridge station. Next, take the NORTHERN Tube from London Bridge station to Balham Underground station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min. The ride fare is £15.30. The train schedule from Gatwick Airport may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Balham on the Moovit app.

59min£15.30
Train - THAMESLINK
Tube - NORTHERN
Walk to Balham
Leaves from Gatwick Airport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Gatwick Airport
  • 2
    Train - THAMESLINK
    Wait for train
    THAMESLINK
    Bedford
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    London Bridge
    29 min
  • 4
    Walk to Tube station
    Walk to Tube station
    London Bridge
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Tube - NORTHERN
    Wait for Tube
    NORTHERN
    Morden
  • 6
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    Balham Underground
    18 min
  • 7
    Walk to Balham
    Walk to
    Balham
    Balham Station Road
    30 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Balham?

    The fastest way takes 38 minutes, using Train line MILDMAY LINE, Train line MILDMAY LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Gatwick Airport to Balham?

    The alternative route takes 59 minutes, using Train line THAMESLINK, Tube line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Balham?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 38 min.

  • Which train line goes from Gatwick Airport to Balham?

    The MILDMAY LINE train line goes from London Victoria station near Gatwick Airport in Crawley to Clapham Junction station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Clapham Junction station near Balham.

  • How long does it take to travel from Gatwick Airport to Balham by train?

    The total travel time between Gatwick Airport and Balham by train is about 38 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Gatwick Airport to get to Balham?

    Get on the MILDMAY LINE train from the London Victoria station near Gatwick Airport in Crawley.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Gatwick Airport and Balham?

    Get off the train at the Clapham Junction station, which is closest to Balham.

  • How much is the train fare from Gatwick Airport to Balham?

    The ride from Gatwick Airport to Balham costs £13.30.

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