What is the cheapest way to get from Hackney to Cambridge?

The cheapest way to get from Hackney to Cambridge is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hackney to Cambridge?

The fastest way to get from Hackney to Cambridge is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct train between Hackney and Cambridge?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hackney Downs and arriving at Cambridge. Services depart twice daily, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Hackney to Cambridge?

The distance between Hackney and Cambridge is 53 miles. The road distance is 53.7 miles.

How do I travel from Hackney to Cambridge without a car?

The best way to get from Hackney to Cambridge without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £24 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Hackney to Cambridge?

The train from Hackney Downs to Cambridge takes 1h 17m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Hackney to Cambridge train from?

Hackney to Cambridge train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Hackney Downs station.

Where does the Hackney to Cambridge train arrive?

Hackney to Cambridge train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Cambridge station.

Can I drive from Hackney to Cambridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Hackney to Cambridge is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Hackney to Cambridge.

How do I get a train ticket from Hackney to Cambridge?

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Where can I stay near Cambridge?

There are 824+ hotels available in Cambridge.

Hackney to Cambridge - 5 ways to travel via train, car, line 253 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Hackney to Cambridge by train, car, or bus

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Hackney Downs to Cambridgetrain London Liverpool Street - Cambridge North / ...
1h 17m
£24–35
Train via Tottenham Hale
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tottenham Hale to Cambridgetrain London Liverpool Street - Cambridge North / ...
1h 34m
£12–50
Drive 53.4 mi
1. Drive from Hackney to Cambridgecar 53.4 mi
1h 2m
£14–19
Line 253 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Jack Dunning Estate to Finsbury Park Stationbus N253 / ...
2. Take the train from Finsbury Park to Cambridgetrain Brighton - Cambridge / ...
1h 42m
£24–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Jack Dunning Estate to Finsbury Park /Blackstock Roadbus N253 / ...
2. Take the train from Alexandra Palace to Cambridgetrain London Kings Cross - Cambridge / ...
2h 43m
£29–58

Hackney to Cambridge by train

16Weekly Trains

1h 17mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 52.4 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Hackney, Greater London, England and Cambridge, England?

Greater Anglia operates a train from Hackney Downs to Cambridge twice daily. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 1h 17m.

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