How far is it from Hackney Downs to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)?

The distance between Hackney Downs and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is 29 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Hackney Downs to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)?

The drive from Hackney Downs to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) takes approximately 1 h 5 min by car.

What is the best route from Hackney Downs to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)?

The fastest route from Hackney Downs to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) covers 29 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 5 min.

Which direction is London Heathrow Airport (LHR) from Hackney Downs?

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) lies roughly to the west of Hackney Downs.

Are there charging stations between Hackney Downs and London Heathrow Airport (LHR)?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Hackney Downs to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), including Albert Street, Slough (350 kW); M4 Motorway Eastbound, Jct 2/3, Heston (350 kW); M4 Motorway Westbound, Jct 2/3, Heston (350 kW). Charging points on this route: 12028.

Hackney Downs London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

Distance: 29 miDuration: 1 h 5 min

Driving from Hackney Downs to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) takes about 1 h 5 min via A406. The distance is 29 mi. The straight-line distance is 19 mi. Driving directions

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Driving directions35 · 29 mi

1 Depart right onto Muir Road 88 yd
2 At end of road, turn right onto Kenninghall Road 1 mi
3 Enter rotary slightly left onto Upper Clapton Road 20 yd
4 Exit rotary slightly left onto Upper Clapton Road 1 mi
5 Continue straight onto Clapton Common 1 mi
6 Turn right onto Stamford Hill 1 mi
7 Continue straight onto High Road 1 mi
8 Turn left onto St Ann's Road 2 mi
9 Turn right onto Harringay Road 1 mi
10 Turn left onto Colina Road 125 yd
11 At end of road, turn right onto Green Lanes 1 mi
12 Continue straight onto High Road 1 mi
13 Turn slightly left onto Bounds Green Road 2 mi

14 Turn left onto Pinkham Way 2 mi
15 Continue straight onto North Circular Road 3 mi
16 Keep slightly left onto North Circular Road 6 mi
17 Enter rotary straight onto Hanger Lane 141 yd
18 Exit rotary straight onto Hanger Lane 3 mi
19 Enter rotary slightly left onto Great West Road 1 mi
20 Exit rotary straight onto Great West Road 1 mi
21 Take exit slightly left 7 mi
22 Take exit slightly left 1 mi
23 Keep slightly left 1 mi
24 Merge slightly right onto Heathrow Airport Spur Road 1 mi
25 Keep slightly right 101 yd
26 Turn slightly right 61 yd
27 Continue straight onto Tunnel Road East 1 mi
28 Continue straight onto Inner Ring East 1 mi
29 Turn straight onto Cosmopolitan Way 1 mi
30 Turn slightly left 128 yd
31 Turn right 133 yd
32 Enter roundabout left 53 yd
33 Exit roundabout slightly left 1 mi
34 At end of road, turn sharp right 1 mi
35 Arrive right

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The return trip from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Hackney Downs covers roughly the same distance, 29 mi.

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Charging points along the way

784 chargers

Albert Street, SloughAlbert Street, Slough, England, SL1 1EL350 kW
M4 Motorway Eastbound, Jct 2/3, HestonM4 Motorway Eastbound, Jct 2/3, Heston, Middlesex, TW5 9NB350 kW
M4 Motorway Westbound, Jct 2/3, HestonM4 Motorway Westbound, Jct 2/3, Heston, Middlesex, TW5 9NB350 kW
Ramac WayRamac Way, England, SE7 7QU300 kW
M4 Heston Services, HounslowM4 Heston Services, Hounslow, TW5 9NB 250 kW

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Top attractions along the route

Chelsea Harbour Pier
Ferry Terminals
St. George Wharf
Ferry Terminals
Thames River Boats
Ferry Terminals
Westminster Millennium Pier
Ferry Terminals
Festival Pier
Ferry Terminals
Bankside Pier
Ferry Terminals
Jason's Trip
Ferry Terminals
Jenny Wren Canal Cruises
Ferry Terminals

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London Heathrow Airport (LHR) → West Drayton, Greater London 25 mi · 15 min London Heathrow Airport (LHR) → Hounslow West5 mi · 20 min London Heathrow Airport (LHR) → Colham Green6 mi · 20 min London Heathrow Airport (LHR) → Hounslow East7 mi · 20 min London Heathrow Airport (LHR) → Knightsbridge, Greater London17 mi · 40 min London Heathrow Airport (LHR) → Gospel Oak, Greater London22 mi · 55 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 7 September 2026.

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How far is it from Hackney Downs to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)?: The distance between Hackney Downs and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is 29 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Hackney Downs to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)?: The drive from Hackney Downs to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) takes approximately 1 h 5 min by car.
What is the best route from Hackney Downs to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)?: The fastest route from Hackney Downs to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) covers 29 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 5 min.
Which direction is London Heathrow Airport (LHR) from Hackney Downs?: London Heathrow Airport (LHR) lies roughly to the west of Hackney Downs.
Are there charging stations between Hackney Downs and London Heathrow Airport (LHR)?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Hackney Downs to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), including Albert Street, Slough (350 kW); M4 Motorway Eastbound, Jct 2/3, Heston (350 kW); M4 Motorway Westbound, Jct 2/3, Heston (350 kW). Charging points on this route: 12028.

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