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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 NZD 74.87, with average prices for this route around NZD 94.07. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
11:18 1h 30m, 1 change Cambridge	12:48 Hackney Downs	Find Tickets
11:21 1h 36m, 1 change Cambridge	12:57 Hackney Downs	Find Tickets
11:24 1h 48m, 2 change Cambridge	13:12 Hackney Downs	Find Tickets
11:42 1h 35m, 1 change Cambridge	13:17 Hackney Downs	Find Tickets
11:59 1h 19m, 1 change Cambridge	13:18 Hackney Downs	Find Tickets
12:12 1h 35m, 1 change Cambridge	13:47 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

46 miles

Price

NZD 74.87*

Train operators

London Overground, Elizabeth line, Great Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Cambridge to Hackney Downs

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) 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.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling 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 traveling 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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Cambridge to Hackney Downs Train prices and times

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