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

The cheapest way to get from Hackney to Kew is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hackney to Kew is to taxi which takes 40 min and costs £170 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Hackney and Kew?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Graham Road / Hackney Central and arriving at Kew Road / Victoria Gate. Services depart six times a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Hackney and Kew?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hackney Central and arriving at Kew Gardens. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Hackney to Kew?

The distance between Hackney and Kew is 14 miles. The road distance is 13.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hackney to Kew without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs £7 - £8.

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

The train from Hackney Central to Kew Gardens takes 49 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Hackney to Kew bus from?

Hackney to Kew bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Hackney Baths station.

Where do I catch the Hackney to Kew train from?

Hackney to Kew train services, operated by London Overground, depart from Hackney Central station.

Train or bus from Hackney to Kew?

The best way to get from Hackney to Kew is to train which takes 49 min and costs £7 - £8. Alternatively, you can line 38 bus and bus, which costs £5 and takes 1h 57m.

Where does the Hackney to Kew bus arrive?

Hackney to Kew bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Trocadero / Haymarket station.

Where does the Hackney to Kew train arrive?

Hackney to Kew train services, operated by London Overground, arrive at Kew Gardens station.

Can I drive from Hackney to Kew?

Yes, the driving distance between Hackney to Kew is 14 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Hackney to Kew.

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

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Hackney to Kew - 6 ways to travel via train, line 38 bus, bus, taxi, and car

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

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 Central to Kew GardensStratford
49 min
£7–8
Drive 13.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hackney to Kew13.6 mi
40 min
£4–5
Line 38 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Hackney Baths to Trocadero / HaymarketN38 / ...
2. Take the bus from Regent Street / St James's to Watermans CentreN9
1h 57m
£5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hackney to Kew13.6 mi
40 min
£170–220
Line 242 bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Lower Clapton Road to Aldgate East242
2. Take the subway from Aldgate East station to Kew Gardens stationDistrict
1h 18m
£5–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Graham Road / Hackney Central to Kew Road / Victoria GateS
2h 16m

Hackney to Kew by train

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Distance: 13.6 mi
Duration: 49 min

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

London Overground operates a train from Hackney Central to Kew Gardens every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £7–8 and the journey takes 49 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hackney Baths to Watermans Centre via Trocadero / Haymarket and Regent Street / St James's in around 1h 57m.

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