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Cambridge to Hackney Downs train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cambridge to Hackney Downs? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$ 64.16, with average prices for this route around AU$ 80.61. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
14:21 1h 36m, 1 change Cambridge	15:57 Hackney Downs	Find Tickets
14:24 1h 48m, 2 change Cambridge	16:12 Hackney Downs	Find Tickets
14:59 1h 19m, 1 change Cambridge	16:18 Hackney Downs	Find Tickets
15:18 1h 29m, 1 change Cambridge	16:47 Hackney Downs	Find Tickets
15:21 1h 35m, 1 change Cambridge	16:56 Hackney Downs	Find Tickets
15:24 1h 49m, 2 change Cambridge	17:13 Paris	Find Tickets

Cambridge to Hackney Downs train route details

First train

04:48

Last train

23:51

Departure city

Cambridge

Arrival station

Hackney Downs

Journey time

1h 19m

Distance

74 km

Price

AU$ 64.16*

Train Operators

London Overground, Elizabeth line, Great Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Cambridge to Hackney Downs

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cambridge to Hackney Downs can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cambridge to Hackney Downs for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cambridge to Hackney Downs, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cambridge to Hackney Downs ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Cambridge to Hackney Downs more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cambridge to Hackney Downs train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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