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

The cheapest way to get from Brixton to Hackney Downs is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 26 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?

No, there is no direct bus from Brixton to Hackney Downs. However, there are services departing from Pomfret Road and arriving at Amhurst Road via Liverpool Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

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 13 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 subway which takes 39 min and costs £3 - £7.

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

It takes approximately 39 min to get from Brixton to Hackney Downs, including transfers.

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

Brixton to Hackney Downs bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Pomfret Road 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 Go Ahead London, arrive at Liverpool Street 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, subway, and line 35 bus

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Subway
best
1. Take the subway from Brixton station to Seven Sisters stationsubway Victoria
39 min
£4–6
Drive 8.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brixton to Hackney Downscar 8.2 mi
26 min
£2–3
Line 35 bus, line 149 bus
1. Take the bus from Pomfret Road to Liverpool Street Stationbus 35
2. Take the bus from Liverpool Street Station to Amhurst Roadbus 149
1h 3m
£5–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brixton to Hackney Downstaxi 8.2 mi
26 min
£110–140
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
45 min
£6–12
Line 133 bus, line 56 bus
1. Take the bus from Villa Road to St. Paul's Stationbus 133
2. Take the bus from King Edward Street to Lea Bridge Roundaboutbus 56
1h 19m

Brixton to Hackney Downs by subway and train

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Distance: 13 mi
Duration: 39 min

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

London Underground (Tube) operates a subway from Brixton station to Seven Sisters station every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2–5 and the journey takes 26 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pomfret Road to Amhurst Road via Liverpool Street Station in around 1h 3m.

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