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Reading to Hackney Downs Train Route Details

First train
First train
21:39
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
65 km
Price
Price
US$31.04*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Elizabeth line, London Overground

What are the next train times from Reading to Hackney Downs?

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21:39
2h 26m, 1 change
Reading
00:05
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Hackney Downs
South Western RailwayLondon Overground
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21:46
1h 21m, 2 change
Reading
23:07
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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21:58
1h 17m, 2 change
Reading
23:15
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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21:59
1h 34m, 1 change
Reading
23:33
Hackney Downs
Elizabeth lineGreater Anglia
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22:05
1h 17m, 2 change
Reading
23:22
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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22:12
1h 21m, 2 change
Reading
23:33
Paris
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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Explore the cheapest prices to Hackney Downs from Reading this week

Fares from Reading to Hackney Downs usually average around US$31.04, 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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Season tickets for frequent travelers

Regular commuters traveling between Reading and Hackney Downs - whether weekly, monthly, or annually - can benefit greatly from season tickets. Season tickets allow unlimited travel between both stations within specific time periods, offering substantial savings and eliminating the need to purchase individual tickets for every trip.
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Group travel deals

If you are traveling in a group of 3 to 9 people, you can take advantage of group discounts (offered by most train companies) for up to 1/3 off standard fares. This can make traveling from Reading to Hackney Downs more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
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