How to get from Balham to Catford by bus and train?

From Balham to Catford by bus and train

To get from Balham to Catford in London, take the SOUTHERN train from Balham Rail station to Forest Hill station. Next, take the 185 bus from Forest Hill Station / London Road (B) station to Catford & Catford Bridge Stations (P) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The ride fare is £4.15.

44min£4.15
Train - SOUTHERN
Bus - 185185
Walk to Catford
Leaves from Balham Rail
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Balham
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHERN
    London Bridge
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Forest Hill
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Forest Hill Station / London Road (B)
    ID B
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 185185
    Wait for bus
    185
    Lewisham, Shopping Centre
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Catford & Catford Bridge Stations (P)
    ID P
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to Catford
    Walk to
    Catford
    90 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Balham to Catford by bus and train via SOUTHERN and 75

To get from Balham to Catford in London, take the SOUTHERN train from Balham Rail station to Sydenham station. Next, take the 75 bus from Newlands Park (G), Sydenham station to Catford & Catford Bridge Stations (P) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The ride fare is £4.15.

44min£4.15
Train - SOUTHERN
Bus - 7575
Walk to Catford
Leaves from Balham Rail
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Balham
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHERN
    London Bridge
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sydenham
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Newlands Park (G), Sydenham
    ID G
    250 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7575
    Wait for bus
    75
    Lewisham, Shopping Centre
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Catford & Catford Bridge Stations (P)
    ID P
    14 min
  • 7
    Walk to Catford
    Walk to
    Catford
    90 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Balham to Catford
The distance between Balham, London and Catford, London is approximately 7.78 mi, which can typically be travelled in 44 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Balham to Catford by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transport stations close to Balham

Balham is located at Balham, London and the nearest public transport station is Balham Station (A).

Tube stations close to Balham:

  • Balham Underground
  • Tooting Broadway
  • Clapham South

Bus stations close to Balham:

  • Balham Station (A)
  • Balham Station (C)
  • Balham Station / Balham Station Road (J)
Public transport stations close to Catford, London

Catford is located at Catford, London and the nearest public transport station is Catford & Catford Bridge Stations (R).

Train stations close to Catford:

  • Bellingham
  • Brockley
  • Honor Oak Park

Bus stations close to Catford:

  • Catford & Catford Bridge Stations (R)
  • Catford & Catford Bridge Stations (M)
  • Catford & Catford Bridge Stations (P)
Related Routes

Alternative route from Balham to Catford by bus and train via SOUTHERN and 75

To get from Balham to Catford in London, take the SOUTHERN train from Balham Rail station to Sydenham station. Next, take the 75 bus from Newlands Park (G), Sydenham station to Catford & Catford Bridge Stations (P) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The ride fare is £4.15.

44min£4.15
Train - SOUTHERN
Bus - 7575
Walk to Catford
Leaves from Balham Rail
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Balham
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHERN
    Wait for train
    SOUTHERN
    London Bridge
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sydenham
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Newlands Park (G), Sydenham
    ID G
    250 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7575
    Wait for bus
    75
    Lewisham, Shopping Centre
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Catford & Catford Bridge Stations (P)
    ID P
    14 min
  • 7
    Walk to Catford
    Walk to
    Catford
    90 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Balham to Catford?

    The fastest way takes 44 minutes, using Bus line SOUTHERN, Bus line 185.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Balham to Catford?

    The alternative route takes 44 minutes, using Bus line SOUTHERN, Bus line 75.

  • Is there a direct train between Balham and Catford in London?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 44 min.

  • Which train line goes from Balham to Catford in London?

    The SOUTHERN train line goes from London Bridge station near Balham to Forest Hill station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Forest Hill station near Catford in London

  • How long does it take to travel from Balham to Catford in London by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Balham and Catford in London by train and bus is about 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Balham to get to Catford in London?

    Get on the SOUTHERN train from the London Bridge station near Balham in London.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Balham and Catford in London?

    Get off the train at the Forest Hill stop, which is closest to Catford in London.

  • How much is the train fare from Balham to Catford?

    The ride from Balham to Catford costs £4.15.

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