How to get from Kings Cross to Hackney by bus?

From Kings Cross to Hackney by bus

Take one direct bus from Kings Cross to Hackney in Hackney: take the 30 bus from Penton Rise (PG) station to Homerton Terrace (S) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The ride fare is £1.75. The bus schedule from Kings Cross may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Hackney on the Moovit app.

45min£1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 3030
Walk to Hackney
Leaves from Penton Rise (PG)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Penton Rise (PG)
    ID PG
    120 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 3030
    Wait for bus
    30
    Hackney Wick
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Homerton Terrace (S)
    ID S
    37 min
  • 4
    Walk to Hackney
    Walk to
    Hackney
    Elsdale Street
    490 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Kings Cross to Hackney by Tube and train

To get from Kings Cross to Hackney in Hackney, take the VICTORIA Tube from King's Cross St. Pancras station to Highbury & Islington station. Next, take the MILDMAY LINE train from Highbury & Islington station to Hackney Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 31 min. The ride fare is £3.50. The bus schedule from Kings Cross may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Hackney on the Moovit app.

31min£3.50
Walk to Tube station
Tube - VICTORIA
Train - MILDMAY LINE
Walk to Hackney
Leaves from King's Cross St. Pancras

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Tube station
    Walk to Tube station
    King's Cross St. Pancras
    200 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Tube - VICTORIA
    Wait for Tube
    VICTORIA
    Walthamstow Central
  • 3
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    Highbury & Islington
    2 min
  • 4
    Train - MILDMAY LINE
    Wait for train
    MILDMAY LINE
    Stratford (London)
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hackney Central
    7 min
  • 6
    Walk to Hackney
    Walk to
    Hackney
    Elsdale Street
    860 m • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Kings Cross to Hackney

The distance between Kings Cross and Hackney is approximately 7.2 km, which can typically be travelled in 45 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Kings Cross to Hackney by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Hackney – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Kings Cross to Hackney

To check the bus schedule from Kings Cross to Hackney using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Kings Cross) and destination (Hackney), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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From Kings Cross to Hackney by Tube and train

To get from Kings Cross to Hackney in Hackney, take the VICTORIA Tube from King's Cross St. Pancras station to Highbury & Islington station. Next, take the MILDMAY LINE train from Highbury & Islington station to Hackney Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 31 min. The ride fare is £3.50. The bus schedule from Kings Cross may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Hackney on the Moovit app.

31min£3.50
Walk to Tube station
Tube - VICTORIA
Train - MILDMAY LINE
Walk to Hackney
Leaves from King's Cross St. Pancras

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to Tube station
    Walk to Tube station
    King's Cross St. Pancras
    200 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Tube - VICTORIA
    Wait for Tube
    VICTORIA
    Walthamstow Central
  • 3
    Ride to Tube station
    Ride to Tube station
    Highbury & Islington
    2 min
  • 4
    Train - MILDMAY LINE
    Wait for train
    MILDMAY LINE
    Stratford (London)
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hackney Central
    7 min
  • 6
    Walk to Hackney
    Walk to
    Hackney
    Elsdale Street
    860 m • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Kings Cross to Hackney?

    The fastest way takes 45 minutes, using Bus line 30.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Kings Cross to Hackney?

    The alternative route takes 31 minutes, using Tube line VICTORIA, Train line MILDMAY LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Kings Cross and Hackney?

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from Kings Cross in Pentonville to Hackney in Hackney in 45 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Kings Cross to Hackney?

    The 30 bus line goes from Penton Rise (PG) station near Kings Cross in Pentonville to Hackney Wick station near Hackney in Hackney.

  • How long does it take to travel from Kings Cross to Hackney by bus?

    The total travel time between Kings Cross and Hackney by bus is about 45 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Kings Cross to get to Hackney?

    Get on the 30 bus from the Penton Rise (PG) stop near Kings Cross in Pentonville.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Kings Cross and Hackney?

    Get off the bus at the Hackney Wick stop, which is closest to Hackney.

  • When is the first train from Kings Cross to Hackney?

    The first train from Kings Cross in Pentonville to Hackney in Hackney is Overground. It leaves the Caledonian Road & Barnsbury station at 06:05.

  • When is the last bus from Kings Cross to Hackney?

    The last bus from Kings Cross in Pentonville to Hackney in Hackney is the Hackney Wick - Euston line. It leaves the Penton Rise (PG) stop at 07:11.

  • How much is the bus fare from Kings Cross to Hackney?

    The ride from Kings Cross to Hackney costs £1.75.

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