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Outbound fromBalham to Heathrow Airport by train
It takes an average of 1h 56m to travel from Balham to Heathrow Airport by train, over a distance of around 13 miles (21 km). There are normally 2 trains per day travelling from Balham to Heathrow Airport and tickets for this journey start from £19.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:33 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:54 | |
| Departure station | Balham | |
| Arrival station | Heathrow Airport | |
| Journey time | From 1h 31m | |
| Distance | 13 miles (21 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £19.40 | |
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Taking the train from Balham to Heathrow Airport in 1 hour 31 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Balham to Heathrow Airport? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 56 minutes to travel the 13 miles (21 km) from Balham to Heathrow Airport by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 31 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 2 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Thameslink, London Overground or Southern to Heathrow Airport. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Balham to Heathrow Airport in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £19.40. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Heathrow Airport by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Balham to Heathrow Airport
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Balham to Heathrow Airport is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
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