Taxi Balham
Book a taxi in Balham for an early flight, a train from a London terminus or a ride home after a night out. We cover Balham and SW12 from our Croydon base, with a fixed fare agreed before you travel.
- SW12 pickups
- Fixed fares
- 24/7
Getting around Balham
Balham sits on the A24 between Clapham and Tooting, with good rail links but busy roads at peak times.
Balham station
Southern trains and the Northern line, side by side on Balham High Road.
Balham High Road
The A24 through the town centre, with shops, cafés and restaurants.
Tooting Bec Common
Wide open space to the south-east, home to the Tooting Bec Lido.
Du Cane Court
The landmark art deco block on Balham High Road.
From Balham to airports and stations
Typical times by road from Balham. Please check these when you book, as traffic varies.
| From Balham to | Typical time | Page |
|---|---|---|
| Heathrow Airport | 40–60 min | Heathrow taxi |
| Gatwick Airport | 45–65 min | Gatwick taxi |
| Victoria | 20–35 min | Victoria taxi |
| Waterloo | 20–35 min | Waterloo taxi |
Estimates only, not guaranteed.
Balham taxis for airport runs
Balham is well placed for both of London's biggest airports. Heathrow is a run west along the South Circular and out past Richmond or Hounslow, while Gatwick is a straight run south, usually through Streatham and Croydon to the M23. Many Balham customers book us for early departures, when the Northern line isn't running yet and there are no fast train connections. Our Croydon to Heathrow taxi and Croydon to Gatwick taxi pages explain terminals, drop-off and meet and greet.
Into central London from SW12
Victoria and Waterloo are close to Balham by road, and a taxi with your luggage avoids the busy Northern line at rush hour. For trains north, King's Cross and Euston are further, but a door-to-door car saves changes on the Underground with cases. See our Croydon to Victoria taxi page for coach station drop-offs too.
Late nights in Balham
Balham has a lively high street with restaurants and bars. If you are heading home to Croydon or elsewhere in south London after an evening out, book a pickup time in advance or call the office when you are ready.
Getting to Croydon from Balham
Plenty of Balham customers book us for the run south to Croydon, whether that's for shopping in the town centre, a visit to family in Thornton Heath or an appointment at Croydon University Hospital. The usual route goes through Streatham and Norbury on the A23, and the fare is agreed before you set off. It's a simple alternative to changing buses or trains with shopping bags or a pushchair.
Balham to the south coast
For day trips to Brighton or longer journeys to other cities, see our intercity taxi page. One fixed fare covers the whole trip.
Families and groups
Lots of families live in the streets between Balham and Wandsworth Common. For a family airport run with luggage, our 6 seater taxi takes up to six passengers. Child seats are available on request. We also cover neighbouring Norbury and Wimbledon.
Booking tips for Balham
A few practical things that help journeys from Balham go smoothly.
Balham High Road traffic
The A24 through Balham is a main route in and out of London and can be slow in the rush hour. For a timed flight or train, book a pickup with some room to spare.
Residential streets
The roads between Balham and Wandsworth Common are narrow, with parked cars on both sides. Our drivers will stop as close to your door as they safely can.
Coming home late
After a night out in Balham or Clapham, book a pickup time or call the office when you're ready. We work 24/7.
Child seats
Child seats are available on request. Tell us your children's ages when you book.
Also covering Norbury, Wimbledon and Raynes Park
We cover Croydon and nearby south London. See the full list on our areas we cover page.
Call, WhatsApp or email the office. We take bookings around the clock and confirm every fare before you travel.
Balham taxi questions
Do you pick up in Balham even though you are based in Croydon?
Yes. We take pre-booked journeys from Balham and across SW12, as well as Croydon and nearby areas.
How long does a taxi from Balham to Heathrow take?
Typically 40 to 60 minutes, depending on traffic on the South Circular and around Richmond or Hounslow.
Can you take me from Balham to Gatwick for an early flight?
Yes. We operate 24/7. A typical journey takes 45 to 65 minutes.
Can I pay by card?
Yes, we accept card and cash.
