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Balham to Bristol train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Balham to Bristol, starting from £18.50 and averaging £22.00. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 11m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
05:40 2h 21m, No direct Balham	08:01 Bristol Parkway	Find Tickets
05:55 2h 38m, No direct Balham	08:33 Bristol Parkway	Find Tickets
06:10 2h 47m, No direct Balham	08:57 Bristol Temple Meads	Find Tickets
06:25 3h 28m, No direct Balham	09:53 Bristol Temple Meads	Find Tickets
06:46 2h 15m, No direct Balham	09:01 Bristol Parkway	Find Tickets
07:03 3h 25m, No direct Balham	10:28 Paris	Find Tickets

Balham to Bristol train route details

First train

00:03

Last train

23:25

Departure station

Balham

Arrival station

Bristol

Journey time

2h 11m

Distance

166 km

Price

£18.50*

Train Operators

Great Western Railway, Southern, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Balham to Bristol

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Balham to Bristol during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Balham to Bristol 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 for greater savings

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 Balham to Bristol, 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%

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 Balham to Bristol ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Balham to Bristol more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Balham to Bristol train ticket types

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

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