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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Hackney Downs is to bus and line 308 bus which costs £7 - £11 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Hackney Downs is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Hackney Downs?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Hackney Downs. However, there are services departing from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 and arriving at Lea Bridge Roundabout via Stratford City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Hackney Downs?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cambridge and arriving at Hackney Downs. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Hackney Downs?

The distance between Cambridge and Hackney Downs is 53 miles. The road distance is 52.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Hackney Downs without a car is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs £25 - £50.

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

The train from Cambridge to Hackney Downs takes 1h 16m including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

Cambridge to Hackney Downs bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 station.

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

Cambridge to Hackney Downs train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Hackney Downs?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Hackney Downs is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs £25 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 308 bus, which costs £7 - £11 and takes 2h.

Where does the Cambridge to Hackney Downs bus arrive?

Cambridge to Hackney Downs bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stop station.

Where does the Cambridge to Hackney Downs train arrive?

Cambridge to Hackney Downs train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Hackney Downs station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Hackney Downs?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Hackney Downs is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Cambridge to Hackney Downs.

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

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Cambridge to Hackney Downs - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 308 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Cambridge to Hackney Downs by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Hackney Downstrain Cambridge - London Liverpool Street / ...
1h 16m
£25–50
Bus, line 308 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to London Stratford- Montfichet Road Stopbus Uk066
2. Take the bus from Stratford City Bus Station to Lea Bridge Roundaboutbus 308
2h
£7–11
Drive 52.3 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Hackney Downscar 52.3 mi
1h 5m
£13–19
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Finsbury Parktrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
2. Take the bus from Finsbury Park /Blackstock Road to Lea Bridge Roundaboutbus 253 / ...
1h 22m
£27–73
Train via Tottenham Hale
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Tottenham Haletrain Cambridge North - London Liverpool Street / ...
1h 36m
£25–46
Train, line 67 bus
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Alexandra Palacetrain Cambridge - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordship Lane to Manse Roadbus 67
2h 2m
£26–58

Cambridge to Hackney Downs by train

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Distance: 52.4 mi
Duration: 1h 16m

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

Greater Anglia operates a train from Cambridge to Hackney Downs twice daily. Tickets cost £25–50 and the journey takes 1h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to Lea Bridge Roundabout via Stratford City Bus Station in around 2h.

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