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Wood Street to Hackney Downs by train

First train

04:17

Last train

22:32

Departure station

Wood Street

Arrival station

Hackney Downs

Journey time

From 10m

Distance

4 miles (6 km)

Frequency

60 trains per day

Changes

Direct trains available

Train operators

London Overground

Take the train from Wood Street to Hackney Downs in 10 minutes

If you want to travel from Wood Street to Hackney Downs by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Wood Street to Hackney Downs by train to take around 11 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 10 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 60 trains per day running on this route, which spans 4 miles (6 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Hackney Downs. You can travel with London Overground trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.

Train tickets from Wood Street to Hackney Downs are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Wood Street to Hackney Downs? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Wood Street to Hackney Downs take?

The average journey time by train between Wood Street and Hackney Downs is 11 minutes, with around 60 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Wood Street and Hackney Downs by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Wood Street to Hackney Downs is 10 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Wood Street to Hackney Downs?

Yes, it is possible to travel from Wood Street to Hackney Downs without having to change trains. There are 60 direct trains from Wood Street to Hackney Downs each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.

What time does the first train from Wood Street to Hackney Downs leave?

The first train from Wood Street to Hackney Downs leaves at 04:17. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Wood Street to Hackney Downs leave?

The last train from Wood Street to Hackney Downs leaves at 22:32. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Wood Street and Hackney Downs by train?

Trains travelling from Wood Street to Hackney Downs cover a distance of around 4 miles (6 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Hackney Downs to Wood Street.

Cheap train tickets from Wood Street to Hackney Downs

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Consider a Season Ticket

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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