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Manchester to Balham Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester to Balham? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as 21,040 BHD, with average prices for this route around 21,040 BHD. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
19:15 3 timme 38 minut, Changes required Manchester Piccadilly	22:53 Balham	Find Tickets
19:30 3 timme 53 minut, Changes required Manchester Piccadilly	23:23 Balham	Find Tickets
19:41 4 timme 13 minut, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	23:54 Balham	Find Tickets
20:15 3 timme 42 minut, Changes required Manchester Piccadilly	23:57 Paris	Find Tickets

Manchester to Balham Train Route Details

First train

05:05

Last train

20:15

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Balham

Journey time

2 timme 59 minut

Distance

267 km

Price

21,040 BHD*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Southern

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Balham

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester to Balham can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester 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%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Manchester to Balham, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Balham ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 Manchester to Balham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to Balham train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Trains from Manchester to Balham from 21,040 BHD

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Manchester to Balham Train prices and times

Manchester to Balham Train Route Details