Trains to Hackney Downs from Brighton
| First train | 02:41 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:02 | |
| Departure station | Brighton | |
| Arrival station | Hackney Downs | |
| Journey time | From 1h 50m | |
| Distance | 50 miles (80 km) | |
| Frequency | 39 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | Gatwick Express, Greater Anglia, London Overground, South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink |
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Usually, the train from Brighton to Hackney Downs takes around 2 hours 36 minutes. Every day, there are around 39 trains running on this popular route.
There will be 2 changes on your journey from Brighton to Hackney Downs, as there are no direct trains.
Trains on this route are operated by Greater Anglia, South Western Railway, Thameslink and Gatwick Express.
Booking tickets in advance can be cheaper than buying on the day of travel.
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