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Trains from Manchester Stations to Balham (BAL)

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48

train journeys
per day

166

miles (267 kms)

2hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

05:05 / 01:38

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Balham (BAL)

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On a typical weekday there are 48 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Balham , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 48 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Balham is approximately 166 miles (267 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 34 mins.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Balham.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Balham. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 59 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Manchester Stations  to Balham

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Balham Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:05
    3 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    08:31
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balham
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    05:55
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    09:15
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balham
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:15
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    09:24
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balham
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:31
    3 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    09:45
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balham
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:55
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balham
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:15
    3 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    10:23
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balham
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:35
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    10:34
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balham
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:55
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    11:04
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balham
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:15
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    11:19
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balham
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:35
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    11:34
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balham
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:55
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    12:04
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balham
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:15
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    12:19
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balham
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:35
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    12:45
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balham
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:55
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    13:04
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balham
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:15
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    13:19
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balham
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:35
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    13:34
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balham
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:55
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    14:04
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balham
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:15
    3 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    14:19
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balham
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:35
    2 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    14:34
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balham
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balham
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:55
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    15:04
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Balham
    Manchester Piccadilly to Balham

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address London Victoria station, Victoria Street, London, Greater London, SW1V 1JU
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Balham Station

Station name Balham (BAL)
Address Balham station, Balham Station Road, Balham, London, SW12 9SG
Managed by SN

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:10 - 21:30
Saturday 06:10 - 21:30
Sunday 07:10 - 20:45
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Stations and Balham

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Balham by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 34 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Balham vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 48 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:05, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:38.

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Amenities on trains between Manchester Stations and Balham can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Manchester Stations & Balham. owever, there are 48 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern Rail, Southern are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Balham.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Manchester Stations and Balham, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.