What is the cheapest way to get from South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station) is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station)?

The fastest way to get from South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station) is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £95 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between South Kensington and Hackney Downs (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station). However, there are services departing from Gloucester Road and arriving at Amhurst Road / Hackney Downs via Trocadero / Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

Is there a direct train between South Kensington and Hackney Downs (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 Downs (Station)?

The distance between South Kensington and Hackney Downs (Station) is 9 miles. The road distance is 7.2 miles.

How do I travel from South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station) without a car is to subway and train which takes 37 min and costs £5 - £25.

How long does it take to get from South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station)?

It takes approximately 37 min to get from South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station) bus from?

South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station) bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Trocadero / Haymarket station.

Where do I catch the South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station) train from?

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

Train or bus from South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station)?

The best way to get from South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station) is to train which takes 53 min and costs £11 - £29. Alternatively, you can line 38 bus, which costs £2 - £19 and takes 1h 9m.

Where does the South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station) bus arrive?

South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station) bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Amhurst Road / Hackney Downs station.

Where does the South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station) is 7 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Hackney Downs (Station)?

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South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station) - 7 ways to travel via train

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

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Gloucester Road station to Liverpool Street stationsubway Circle
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Hackney Downstrain London Liverpool Street - Chingford / ...
37 min
£6–24
Drive 7.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station)car 7.2 mi
24 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 Downs Stationbus 30
52 min
£5–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station)taxi 7.2 mi
24 min
£95–120
Train
1. Take the train from West Brompton to Hackney Centraltrain Clapham Junction - Stratford
53 min
£11–29
Subway, line 242 bus
1. Take the subway from Gloucester Road station to Aldgate East stationsubway District
2. Take the bus from Aldgate East to Amhurst Road / Hackney Downsbus 242
58 min
£6–19
Line 38 bus
1. Take the bus from Trocadero / Haymarket to Amhurst Road / Hackney Downsbus 38 / ...
1h 9m
£3–18

South Kensington to Hackney Downs (Station) by subway and train

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Distance: 8.6 mi
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between South Kensington, England and Hackney Downs (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, Arriva UK operates a bus from Trocadero / Haymarket to Amhurst Road / Hackney Downs every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 51 min.

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