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

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Hackney Central is to line 243 bus which costs £1 - £3 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Hackney Central is to subway and train which takes 18 min and costs £3 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Hackney Central?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Waterloo Station / Tenison Way station and arriving at Dalston Junction Station station. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Hackney Central?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo Station station to Hackney Central. However, there are services departing from Waterloo station and arriving at Hackney Downs via Bank station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Hackney Central?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Hackney Central is 5 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Hackney Central without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Hackney Central without a car is to subway and train which takes 18 min and costs £3 - £13.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Hackney Central?

It takes approximately 18 min to get from Waterloo Station to Hackney Central, including transfers.

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

Waterloo Station to Hackney Central bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Waterloo Station / Tenison Way.

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

Waterloo Station to Hackney Central train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Waterloo station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Hackney Central bus arrive?

Waterloo Station to Hackney Central bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Dalston Junction Station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Hackney Central train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Hackney Central train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Bank station.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Waterloo Station to Hackney Central?

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There are 5 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Hackney Central by subway, train, bus, taxi, or foot

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Waterloo station to Bank stationsubway
2. Take the subway from Bank station to Liverpool Street stationsubway
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Hackney Downstrain
18 min
£3–12
Line 243 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Waterloo Station / Tenison Way to Dalston Junction Stationbus 243
38 min
£1–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waterloo Station to Hackney Centraltaxi 5.5 mi
18 min
£75–95
Walk
1. Take the walk from Waterloo Station to Hackney Centralwalk 4.8 mi
1h 33m
Line 59 bus, line 56 bus
1. Take the bus from Waterloo Station / Tenison Way to St. Bartholomews Hospitalbus 59
2. Take the bus from St. Bartholomews Hospital to Hackney Downs Stationbus 56
54 min
£4–5

Waterloo Station to Hackney Central by subway and train

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Duration: 18 min

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

Arriva UK operates a bus from Waterloo Station / Tenison Way to Dalston Junction Station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £1–3 and the journey takes 38 min.

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