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Reading to Hackney Downs Train Route Details

First train
First train
14:36
Last train
Last train
23:52
Departure city
Departure city
Reading
Arrival station
Arrival station
Hackney Downs
Journey time
Journey time
1h 11m
Distance
Distance
41 miles
Price
Price
$31.08*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, London Overground

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14:36
1h 16m, 2 change
Reading
15:52
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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14:39
2h 17m, 1 change
Reading
16:56
Hackney Downs
South Western RailwayLondon Overground
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14:50
1h 15m, 2 change
Reading
16:05
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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14:59
1h 13m, 2 change
Reading
16:12
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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14:59
1h 36m, 1 change
Reading
16:35
Hackney Downs
Elizabeth lineLondon Overground
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15:05
1h 16m, 2 change
Reading
16:21
Paris
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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Fares from Reading to Hackney Downs usually average around $31.08, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!

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