How to get from Chingford to Islington by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Chingford to Islington in London, take the OVERGROUND train from Chingford station to Hackney Downs station. Next, take the 56 bus from Hackney Downs Station / Dalston Lane (M) station to Cross Street (E) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The ride fare is £4.75.

52min£4.75
Walk to train station
Train - OVERGROUND
Bus - 5656
Leaves from Chingford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chingford
    610 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - OVERGROUND
    Wait for train
    OVERGROUND
    London Liverpool Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hackney Downs
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Hackney Downs Station / Dalston Lane (M)
    ID M
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5656
    Wait for bus
    56
    Barts Hospital
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Cross Street (E)
    Ride to bus station
    Cross Street (E)
    ID E
    16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via OVERGROUND and 38

To get from Chingford to Islington in London, take the OVERGROUND train from Chingford station to Hackney Downs station. Next, take the 38 bus from Royal Oak Road (Z) station to Cross Street (E) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The ride fare is £4.75.

55min£4.75
Walk to train station
Train - OVERGROUND
Bus - 3838
Leaves from Chingford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chingford
    610 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - OVERGROUND
    Wait for train
    OVERGROUND
    London Liverpool Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hackney Downs
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Royal Oak Road (Z)
    ID Z
    590 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Bus - 3838
    Wait for bus
    38
    Victoria
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Cross Street (E)
    Ride to bus station
    Cross Street (E)
    ID E
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Chingford to Islington

The distance between Chingford, London and Islington, London is approximately 9.83 mi, which can typically be travelled in 52 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chingford to Islington by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in London – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Chingford

Chingford is located at Chingford, London and the nearest public transport station is Station Road / the Green (L).

Tube stations close to Chingford:

  • Woodford
  • Roding Valley
  • Buckhurst Hill

Train stations close to Chingford:

  • Brimsdown
  • Ponders End

Bus stations close to Chingford:

  • Station Road / the Green (L)
  • Station Road / the Green (J)
  • Station Road The Green (K)

Public transport stations close to Islington, London

Islington is located at Islington, London and the nearest public transport station is St Mary's Church (N).

Tube stations close to Islington:

  • Angel

Train stations close to Islington:

  • Old Street
  • Essex Road
  • Caledonian Road & Barnsbury

Bus stations close to Islington:

  • St Mary's Church (N)
  • St Mary's Church (P)
  • Theberton Street (Z)

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus and train via OVERGROUND and 38

To get from Chingford to Islington in London, take the OVERGROUND train from Chingford station to Hackney Downs station. Next, take the 38 bus from Royal Oak Road (Z) station to Cross Street (E) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The ride fare is £4.75.

55min£4.75
Walk to train station
Train - OVERGROUND
Bus - 3838
Leaves from Chingford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Chingford
    610 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - OVERGROUND
    Wait for train
    OVERGROUND
    London Liverpool Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hackney Downs
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Royal Oak Road (Z)
    ID Z
    590 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Bus - 3838
    Wait for bus
    38
    Victoria
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Cross Street (E)
    Ride to bus station
    Cross Street (E)
    ID E
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Chingford to Islington?

    The fastest way takes 52 minutes, using Bus line OVERGROUND, Bus line 56.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Chingford to Islington?

    The alternative route takes 55 minutes, using Bus line OVERGROUND, Bus line 38.

  • Is there a direct train between Chingford and Islington in London?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 52 min.

  • Which train line goes from Chingford to Islington in London?

    The OVERGROUND train line goes from Chingford station near Chingford to London Liverpool Street station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till London Liverpool Street station near Islington in London

  • How long does it take to travel from Chingford to Islington in London by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Chingford and Islington in London by train and bus is about 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Chingford to get to Islington in London?

    Get on the OVERGROUND train from the Chingford station near Chingford in London.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Chingford and Islington in London?

    Get off the train at the London Liverpool Street stop, which is closest to Islington in London.

  • How much is the train fare from Chingford to Islington?

    The ride from Chingford to Islington costs £4.75.

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