What is the cheapest way to get from Brixton to Hackney Downs?

The cheapest way to get from Brixton to Hackney Downs is to line 149 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Brixton to Hackney Downs?

The fastest way to get from Brixton to Hackney Downs is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £110 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Brixton and Hackney Downs?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Bridge Bus Station station and arriving at Amhurst Road. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Brixton and Hackney Downs?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Denmark Hill and arriving at Dalston Junction. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Brixton to Hackney Downs?

The distance between Brixton and Hackney Downs is 7 miles. The road distance is 8.3 miles.

How do I travel from Brixton to Hackney Downs without a car?

The best way to get from Brixton to Hackney Downs without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs £6 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Brixton to Hackney Downs?

The train from Denmark Hill to Dalston Junction takes 29 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Brixton to Hackney Downs bus from?

Brixton to Hackney Downs bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from London Bridge Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Brixton to Hackney Downs train from?

Brixton to Hackney Downs train services, operated by London Overground, depart from Denmark Hill station.

Train or bus from Brixton to Hackney Downs?

The best way to get from Brixton to Hackney Downs is to train which takes 29 min and costs £6 - £11. Alternatively, you can line 149 bus, which costs £1 - £3 and takes 34 min.

Where does the Brixton to Hackney Downs bus arrive?

Brixton to Hackney Downs bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Amhurst Road station.

Where does the Brixton to Hackney Downs train arrive?

Brixton to Hackney Downs train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at Dalston Junction station.

Can I drive from Brixton to Hackney Downs?

Yes, the driving distance between Brixton to Hackney Downs is 8 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Brixton to Hackney Downs.

How do I get a train ticket from Brixton to Hackney Downs?

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Where can I stay near Hackney Downs?

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Brixton to Hackney Downs - 5 ways to travel via train, line 149 bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Brixton to Hackney Downs by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Denmark Hill to Dalston Junctiontrain Clapham Junction - Dalston Junction / ...
29 min
£6–11
Line 149 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Bridge Bus Station to Amhurst Roadbus 149
34 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brixton to Hackney Downstaxi 8.3 mi
26 min
£110–140
Drive 8.3 mi
1. Drive from Brixton to Hackney Downscar 8.3 mi
26 min
£2–3
Line 59 bus, line 56 bus
1. Take the bus from Villa Road to St. Bartholomews Hospitalbus 59
2. Take the bus from St. Bartholomews Hospital to Lea Bridge Roundaboutbus 56
1h 26m
£4–5

Brixton to Hackney Downs by train

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Distance: 7.2 mi
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Brixton, England and Hackney Downs, England?

London Overground operates a train from Denmark Hill to Dalston Junction every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £6–11 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, Arriva UK operates a bus from London Bridge Bus Station to Amhurst Road every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 34 min.

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