Basingstoke to Hackney Downs by train
| First train | 09:48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:30 | |
| Departure station | Basingstoke | |
| Arrival station | Hackney Downs | |
| Journey time | From 1h 44m | |
| Distance | 48 miles (78 km) | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, London Overground, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia |
Take the train from Basingstoke to Hackney Downs in 1 hour 44 minutes
If you want to travel from Basingstoke to Hackney Downs by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Basingstoke to Hackney Downs by train to take around 1 hour 57 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 44 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 48 miles (78 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Hackney Downs. You can travel on this route with either Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia or CrossCountry. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Basingstoke to Hackney Downs are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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