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Birmingham to Hackney Downs train prices and times
Planning a journey from Birmingham to Hackney Downs? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as € 31.07, with average prices for this route around € 57.84. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
08:28 Birmingham Moor Street | 11:23 Hackney Downs |  London Overground | Find Tickets |
08:46 Birmingham Moor Street | 12:07 Hackney Downs | London Overground | Find Tickets |
09:07 Birmingham New Street | 13:23 Hackney Downs | West Midlands Trains London Overground | Find Tickets |
09:12 Birmingham Moor Street | 12:22 Hackney Downs | London Overground | Find Tickets |
09:34 Birmingham New Street | 13:42 Hackney Downs | West Midlands TrainsLondon Overground | Find Tickets |
09:42 Birmingham Moor Street | 13:07 Paris | London Overground | Find Tickets |
Birmingham to Hackney Downs train route details
First train
08:28
Last train
22:37
Journey time
2h 55m
Distance
163 km
Price
€ 31.07*
How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Hackney Downs can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Birmingham to Hackney Downs for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets for greater savings
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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Hackney Downs more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Birmingham to Hackney Downs train ticket types
There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 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.