What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Hackney Downs?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Hackney Downs is to bus which costs £3 and takes 39 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Hackney Downs?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Hackney Downs is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £80 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross and Hackney Downs?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Holborn Station station and arriving at Amhurst Road. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross and Hackney Downs?

No, there is no direct train from Charing Cross station to Hackney Downs. However, there are services departing from Embankment station and arriving at Rectory Road via London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Charing Cross to Hackney Downs?

The distance between Charing Cross and Hackney Downs is 6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Hackney Downs without a car is to subway and train which takes 38 min and costs £6 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross to Hackney Downs?

It takes approximately 38 min to get from Charing Cross to Hackney Downs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Hackney Downs bus from?

Charing Cross to Hackney Downs bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Holborn Station.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross to Hackney Downs train from?

Charing Cross to Hackney Downs train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Embankment station.

Where does the Charing Cross to Hackney Downs bus arrive?

Charing Cross to Hackney Downs bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Amhurst Road station.

Where does the Charing Cross to Hackney Downs train arrive?

Charing Cross to Hackney Downs train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Liverpool Street station.

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

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Charing Cross to Hackney Downs - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Charing Cross to Hackney Downs by subway, train, bus, taxi, or foot

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

Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Embankment station to Liverpool Street stationCircle
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Rectory RoadLondon Liverpool Street - Enfield Town / ...
38 min
£6–8
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Holborn Station to Amhurst Road243
39 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charing Cross to Hackney Downs5.7 mi
19 min
£80–100
Walk
1. Take the foot from Charing Cross to Hackney Downs5.1 mi
1h 38m

Charing Cross to Hackney Downs by subway and train

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38 minAverage Duration

£6Cheapest Price

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Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Charing Cross, Greater London, England and Hackney Downs, England?

Arriva UK operates a bus from Holborn Station to Amhurst Road every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 39 min. Stagecoach London also services this route hourly.

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