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 35 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 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Brixton and Hackney Downs?

No, there is no direct train from Brixton station to Hackney Downs. However, there are services departing from Brixton station and arriving at Rectory Road via Seven Sisters. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Brixton to Hackney Downs?

The distance between Brixton and Hackney Downs is 5 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 line 149 bus which takes 35 min and costs £1 - £3.

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

The line 149 bus from London Bridge Bus Station to Amhurst Road takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 10 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 Underground (Tube), depart from Brixton station.

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 Underground (Tube), arrive at Seven Sisters 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 - 6 ways to travel via train, line 149 bus, and subway

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There are 6 ways to get from Brixton to Hackney Downs by bus, subway, taxi, car, or train

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Line 149 bus
best
1. Take the bus from London Bridge Bus Station to Amhurst Roadbus 149
35 min
£1–3
Subway
1. Take the subway from Brixton station to Seven Sisters stationsubway Victoria
39 min
£9–30
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
Train, line 488 bus
1. Take the train from Denmark Hill to Dalston Junctiontrain Clapham Junction - Dalston Junction / ...
2. Take the bus from Kingsland High Street / Dalston Junction to Muir Roadbus 488
49 min
£9–18
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 25m
£4–5

Brixton to Hackney Downs by bus

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Distance: 5 mi
Duration: 35 min

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

Arriva UK operates a bus from London Bridge Bus Station to Amhurst Road every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Brixton station to Seven Sisters station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £7–26 and the journey takes 26 min.

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