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Trains from Balham (BAL) to Bidston (BID)

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18

train journeys
per day

183

miles (295 kms)

3hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 23:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Balham (BAL) to Bidston (BID)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Balham and Bidston , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Balham to Bidston is approximately 183 miles (295 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 2 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Southern, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Balham and Bidston.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Balham to Bidston. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 40 mins.

Journeys from Balham to Bidston Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:40
    4 hrs 3 changes
    09:40
    Balham
    Bidston
    Balham to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:40
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    10:55
    Balham
    Bidston
    Balham to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:50
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    11:40
    Balham
    Bidston
    Balham to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:50
    3 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    12:40
    Balham
    Bidston
    Balham to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:44
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    13:40
    Balham
    Bidston
    Balham to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:40
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    14:55
    Balham
    Bidston
    Balham to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:40
    4 hrs 3 changes
    15:40
    Balham
    Bidston
    Balham to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:41
    3 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    16:40
    Balham
    Bidston
    Balham to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:40
    4 hrs 3 changes
    17:40
    Balham
    Bidston
    Balham to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:40
    4 hrs 3 changes
    18:40
    Balham
    Bidston
    Balham to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:40
    4 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    19:50
    Balham
    Bidston
    Balham to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:44
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    20:50
    Balham
    Bidston
    Balham to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:10
    3 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    21:50
    Balham
    Bidston
    Balham to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:44
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    22:50
    Balham
    Bidston
    Balham to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:44
    4 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    23:50
    Balham
    Bidston
    Balham to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:29
    10 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    06:40
    Balham
    Bidston
    Balham to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:29
    10 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    07:55
    Balham
    Bidston
    Balham to Bidston
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:49
    9 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    09:40
    Balham
    Bidston
    Balham to Bidston

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 Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Bidston Station

Station name Bidston (BID)
Address Bidston station, Station Approach, Bidston, Merseyside, CH43 7RF
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:51 - 00:05
Tuesday 05:51 - 00:05
Wednesday 05:51 - 00:05
Thursday 05:51 - 00:05
Friday 05:51 - 00:05
Saturday 05:51 - 00:05
Sunday 08:01 - 00:05
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Balham and Bidston

The travel time between Balham and Bidston by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 2 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Balham and Bidston vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:55.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Balham & Bidston. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Southern, West Midlands Trains, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Balham and Bidston.

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