The cheapest and fastest trains from Hackney Downs (HAC) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
53 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hackney Downs (HAC) to Stansted Airport (SSD) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hackney Downs (HAC) to Stansted Airport (SSD) will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 3 trains that leave Hackney Downs (HAC) for Stansted Airport (SSD) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 58 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Hackney Downs (HAC) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hackney Downs (HAC) to Stansted Airport (SSD) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 44 km
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1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hackney Downs (HAC) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train times
The table below shows live departures for Hackney Downs (HAC) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trains for today, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 09:49 Hackney Downs (HAC) | 0h55 | 10:44 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 14 November | |||||
![]() | 04:49 Hackney Downs (HAC) | 0h58 | 05:47 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:49 Hackney Downs (HAC) | 0h53 | 06:42 Stansted Airport (SSD) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hackney Downs (HAC) to Stansted Airport (SSD)
Trains from Hackney Downs (HAC) to Stansted Airport (SSD) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 11:19. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 52m.
Distance 44 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 04:49 |
Last train 11:19 |
Train companies: Abellio Greater Anglia, London Public Transportation (3), London Overground from Hackney Downs (HAC) to Stansted Airport (SSD) trainsAbellio Greater Anglia, London Public Transportation (3), London Overground trains will get you between Hackney Downs (HAC) and Stansted Airport (SSD) from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Hackney Downs (HAC) to Stansted Airport (SSD) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hackney Downs (HAC) to Stansted Airport (SSD) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Stansted Airport (SSD), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Hackney Downs (HAC) and Stansted Airport (SSD)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 10:00
- Type of shops available: Located on platform 1
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: There are steps to all platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: London buses operate from outside the station
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop P in Amhurst Road for northbound services to Enfield Town/Cheshunt/Chingford Use Bus stop D in Amhurst Road for southbound services to Liverpool Street
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 10:00
- Type of shops available: Located on platform 1
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: There are steps to all platforms
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: London buses operate from outside the station
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop P in Amhurst Road for northbound services to Enfield Town/Cheshunt/Chingford Use Bus stop D in Amhurst Road for southbound services to Liverpool Street
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: Newsagent/Sweets Passport Photo Booth
- Burger King
- The Windmill
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Ramp, wheelchair train access available on request, escalators, wheelchair access to platforms.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse. An accessible toilet (non-RADAR) is located on the Concourse. The baby change facilities are available in the accessible toilet.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express London - Stansted Airport
- Premier Inn London Stansted Airport Hotel
- Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport
- Waiting rooms location: The waiting room is on platform 1. There are also seats throughout the station.
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 19:00
- Car hire: In Airport terminal
- Bus lines: IC buses, National Express, X10 Airlink, X30 Airlink, 42A, 133 Sapphire, 5, 6, 7, 7A
- Train lines: Stansted Express, West Anglia Main Line, CrossCountry
- Onward travel information: Local buses and National Coach routes stop in bus station located at airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement services operate from the main coach station as directed by Station Staff.
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: Newsagent/Sweets Passport Photo Booth
- Burger King
- The Windmill
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Ramp, wheelchair train access available on request, escalators, wheelchair access to platforms.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse. An accessible toilet (non-RADAR) is located on the Concourse. The baby change facilities are available in the accessible toilet.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express London - Stansted Airport
- Premier Inn London Stansted Airport Hotel
- Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport
- Waiting rooms location: The waiting room is on platform 1. There are also seats throughout the station.
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 19:00
- Car hire: In Airport terminal
- Bus lines: IC buses, National Express, X10 Airlink, X30 Airlink, 42A, 133 Sapphire, 5, 6, 7, 7A
- Train lines: Stansted Express, West Anglia Main Line, CrossCountry
- Onward travel information: Local buses and National Coach routes stop in bus station located at airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement services operate from the main coach station as directed by Station Staff.
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