| First train | 04:31 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:10 | |
| Departure station | London Waterloo | |
| Arrival station | Hackney Central | |
| Journey time | From 44m | |
| Distance | 4 miles (6 km) | |
| Frequency | 9 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | Great Northern, Greater Anglia, London Overground, South Western Railway |
Looking to travel from London Waterloo to Hackney Central by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 58 minutes to travel from London Waterloo to Hackney Central by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 44 minutes though. You'll usually find 9 trains per day running along the 4 miles (6 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Hackney Central, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Greater Anglia, South Western Railway or London Overground to get to Hackney Central. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
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