How to get from Balham to Charing Cross by Tube and train?

By Tube and train

To get from Balham to Charing Cross in London, take the SOUTHERN train from Balham Rail station to London Victoria station. Next, take the DISTRICT Tube from Victoria station to Embankment station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 28 min. The ride fare is £3.70.

28min£3.70
Train - SOUTHERN
Tube - DISTRICT
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 Victoria
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    London Victoria
    15 min
  • 4
    Tube - DISTRICT
    Wait for Tube
    DISTRICT
    Upminster
  • 5
    Ride to Tube station Embankment
    Ride to Tube station
    Embankment
    4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by Tube and train via SOUTHERN and CIRCLE

To get from Balham to Charing Cross in London, take the SOUTHERN train from Balham Rail station to London Victoria station. Next, take the CIRCLE Tube from Victoria station to Embankment station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 30 min. The ride fare is £3.70.

30min£3.70
Train - SOUTHERN
Tube - CIRCLE
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 Victoria
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    London Victoria
    14 min
  • 4
    Tube - CIRCLE
    Wait for Tube
    CIRCLE
    Hammersmith
  • 5
    Ride to Tube station Embankment
    Ride to Tube station
    Embankment
    5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Balham to Charing Cross

The distance between Balham, London and Charing Cross, London is approximately 5.98 mi, which can typically be travelled in 28 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Balham to Charing Cross by Tube 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:

  • Clapham South
  • Clapham Common
  • Balham Underground

Bus stations close to Balham:

  • Balham Station (A)
  • Balham Station (C)
  • Balham Station / Balham Station Road (J)

Public transport stations close to Charing Cross, London

Charing Cross is located at Charing Cross, London and the nearest public transport station is Trafalgar Square / Charing Cross Stn (G).

Tube stations close to Charing Cross:

  • Charing Cross
  • Embankment

Train stations close to Charing Cross:

  • Charing Cross

Bus stations close to Charing Cross:

  • Trafalgar Square / Charing Cross Stn (G)
  • Charing Cross Station (H)
  • Charing Cross Stn / Trafalgar Square (F)

River Bus stations close to Charing Cross:

  • Embankment Pier
  • Festival Pier

Related Routes

Alternative route by Tube and train via SOUTHERN and CIRCLE

To get from Balham to Charing Cross in London, take the SOUTHERN train from Balham Rail station to London Victoria station. Next, take the CIRCLE Tube from Victoria station to Embankment station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 30 min. The ride fare is £3.70.

30min£3.70
Train - SOUTHERN
Tube - CIRCLE
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 Victoria
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    London Victoria
    14 min
  • 4
    Tube - CIRCLE
    Wait for Tube
    CIRCLE
    Hammersmith
  • 5
    Ride to Tube station Embankment
    Ride to Tube station
    Embankment
    5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Balham to Charing Cross?

    The fastest way takes 28 minutes, using Bus line SOUTHERN, Bus line DISTRICT.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Balham to Charing Cross?

    The alternative route takes 30 minutes, using Bus line SOUTHERN, Bus line CIRCLE.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one Tube line in total. The total travelling time is 28 min.

  • Which train line goes from Balham to Charing Cross in London?

    The SOUTHERN train line goes from London Victoria station near Balham to London Victoria station. From there you’ll have to take one Tube line till London Victoria station near Charing Cross in London

  • How long does it take to travel from Balham to Charing Cross in London by train and Tube?

    The total travel time between Balham and Charing Cross in London by train and Tube is about 28 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the train at the London Victoria station, which is closest to Charing Cross in London.

  • When is the first bus from Balham to Charing Cross in London?

    The first bus from Balham to Charing Cross in London is Aldwych - Morden. It leaves the Balham Station (B) stop at 05:07.

  • How much is the train fare from Balham to Charing Cross?

    The ride from Balham to Charing Cross costs £3.70.

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