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Hertford to Hackney Downs train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Hertford to Hackney Downs, starting from BRL 75.40 and averaging BRL 97.80. The entire journey takes no more than 39m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
23:37 39m, Direct Hertford East	00:16 +1 Hackney Downs		Find Tickets
23:46 5h 59m, 2 change Hertford North	05:45 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Hertford to Hackney Downs train route details

First train

04:36

Last train

23:46

Departure city

Hertford

Arrival station

Hackney Downs

Journey time

39m

Distance

18 miles

Price

BRL 75.40*

Train Operators

London Overground, Great Northern, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Hertford to Hackney Downs

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Hertford to Hackney Downs. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

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 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 Hertford 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Hertford to Hackney Downs ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 Hertford to Hackney Downs more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Hertford 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 tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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