What is the cheapest way to get from South Kensington to Hackney Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from South Kensington to Hackney Central Station is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Kensington to Hackney Central Station?

The fastest way to get from South Kensington to Hackney Central Station is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £100 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between South Kensington and Hackney Central Station?

No, there is no direct bus from South Kensington to Hackney Central Station. However, there are services departing from Gloucester Road and arriving at Hackney Central / Mare Street via Trocadero / Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct train between South Kensington and Hackney Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from West Brompton and arriving at Hackney Central. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from South Kensington to Hackney Central Station?

The distance between South Kensington and Hackney Central Station is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.5 miles.

Where do I catch the South Kensington to Hackney Central Station bus from?

South Kensington to Hackney Central Station bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Gloucester Road station.

Where do I catch the South Kensington to Hackney Central Station train from?

South Kensington to Hackney Central Station train services, operated by London Overground, depart from West Brompton station.

Train or bus from South Kensington to Hackney Central Station?

The best way to get from South Kensington to Hackney Central Station is to train which takes 47 min and costs £11 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus and line 38 bus, which costs £2 - £19 and takes 1h 3m.

Where does the South Kensington to Hackney Central Station bus arrive?

South Kensington to Hackney Central Station bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Haymarket / Charles II Street station.

Where does the South Kensington to Hackney Central Station train arrive?

South Kensington to Hackney Central Station train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at Hackney Central station.

Can I drive from South Kensington to Hackney Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between South Kensington to Hackney Central Station is 7 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from South Kensington to Hackney Central Station.

How do I get a train ticket from South Kensington to Hackney Central Station?

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South Kensington to Hackney Central Station - 7 ways to travel via train

Q: How long does it take to get from South Kensington to Hackney Central Station?

It takes approximately 28 min to get from South Kensington to Hackney Central Station, including transfers.

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There are 7 ways to get from South Kensington to Hackney Central Station by subway, train, bus, taxi, or car

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Gloucester Road station to Victoria stationsubway
2. Take the subway from Victoria station to Highbury & Islington stationsubway
3. Take the train from Highbury & Islington to Hackney Centraltrain
28 min
£5–25
Drive 7.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Kensington to Hackney Central Stationcar 7.4 mi
25 min
£2–3
Subway, line 30 bus
1. Take the subway from Gloucester Road station to King's Cross St. Pancras stationsubway Piccadilly
2. Take the bus from King's Cross St. Pancras station to Hackney Central Stationbus 30
57 min
£5–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Kensington to Hackney Central Stationtaxi 7.4 mi
25 min
£100–130
Train
1. Take the train from West Brompton to Hackney Centraltrain Clapham Junction - Stratford
47 min
£11–29
Bus, line 38 bus
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Road to Haymarket / Charles II Streetbus N97
2. Take the bus from Trocadero / Haymarket to Hackney Central / Mare Streetbus 38 / ...
1h 3m
£3–18
Subway, line 236 bus
1. Take the subway from Gloucester Road station to Finsbury Park stationsubway Piccadilly
2. Take the bus from Finsbury Park Interchange to Morning Lane /Trelawney Estatebus 236
1h 14m
£8–22

South Kensington to Hackney Central Station by subway and train

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Distance: 8.4 mi
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between South Kensington, England and Hackney Central Station, England?

London Overground operates a train from West Brompton to Hackney Central every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £11–29 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gloucester Road to Hackney Central / Mare Street via Haymarket / Charles II Street and Trocadero / Haymarket in around 1h 3m.

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