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Hertford East to Hackney Downs train prices and times

Planning a journey from Hertford East to Hackney Downs? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £13.10, with average prices for this route around £13.10. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
05:40 Hertford East	07:22 Hackney Downs	1h 42m, No direct	London Overground	Find Tickets
05:55 Hertford East	07:31 Hackney Downs	1h 36m, No direct	London Overground	Find Tickets
06:07 Hertford East	06:52 Hackney Downs	45m, Direct		Find Tickets
06:21 Hertford East	07:21 Hackney Downs	1h, No direct	London Overground	Find Tickets
06:25 Hertford East	08:03 Hackney Downs	1h 38m, No direct	London Overground	Find Tickets
06:38 Hertford East	08:14 Paris	1h 36m, No direct	London Overground	Find Tickets View More Trains

Hertford East to Hackney Downs train route details

First train

00:07

Last train

23:39

Departure station

Hertford East

Arrival station

Hackney Downs

Journey time

33m

Distance

18 miles

Price

£13.10*

Train Operators

London Overground, Great Northern, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Hertford East 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 Hertford East to Hackney Downs can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Hertford East to Hackney Downs, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

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 Hertford East 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 of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Hertford East to Hackney Downs more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Hertford East to Hackney Downs train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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