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Hackney Central to Balham by train
| First train | 06:06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:46 | |
| Departure station | Hackney Central | |
| Arrival station | Balham | |
| Journey time | From 1h 10m | |
| Distance | 8 miles (13 km) | |
| Frequency | 6 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
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Travelling from Hackney Central to Balham by train
Looking to travel from Hackney Central to Balham by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 1 hour 17 minutes to travel from Hackney Central to Balham by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 10 minutes though. You'll usually find 6 trains per day running along the 8 miles (13 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Balham, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London Overground or Southern to get to Balham – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Hackney Central to Balham in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Hackney Central to Balham
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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 Hackney Central to Balham 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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