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Gatwick Airport to Balham Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Gatwick Airport to Balham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 8,19 €, with average prices for this route around 9,73 €. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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04:20
Gatwick Airport
06:04
Balham
1h 44m, Changes requiredThameslinkSouthern
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05:28
Gatwick Airport
06:29
Balham
1h 1m, Changes requiredSouthern
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05:34
Gatwick Airport
06:29
Balham
55m, Changes requiredThameslinkSouthern
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06:01
Gatwick Airport
06:47
Balham
46m, Changes requiredSouthern
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06:01
Gatwick Airport
06:49
Balham
48m, Changes requiredSouthern
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06:05
Gatwick Airport
06:47
Paris
42m, Changes requiredThameslinkSouthern
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Gatwick Airport to Balham Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:20
Last train
Last train
23:55
Departure station
Departure station
Gatwick Airport
Arrival station
Arrival station
Balham
Journey time
Journey time
40m
Distance
Distance
32 km
Price
Price
8,19 €*
Train operators
Train operators
Thameslink, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Gatwick Airport to Balham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Gatwick Airport to Balham. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Gatwick Airport to Balham for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Gatwick Airport to Balham, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Gatwick Airport to Balham ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Gatwick Airport to Balham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Gatwick Airport to Balham Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.