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Cardiff to Hackney train route details

First train
First train
21:20
Last train
Last train
23:34
Departure city
Departure city
Cardiff
Arrival city
Arrival city
Hackney
Journey time
Journey time
2h 37m
Distance
Distance
216 km
Price
Price
AU$ 57.26*
Train Operators
Train Operators
London Overground, Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

What are the next train times from Cardiff to Hackney?

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21:20
3h 20m, 1 change
Cardiff Central
00:40
+1
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayLondon Overground
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21:30
8h 15m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
05:45
+1
Hackney Downs
Great Western Railway
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23:11
8h 10m, 3 change
Cardiff Central
07:21
+1
Hackney Wick
Great Western Railway
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05:07
3h 1m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
08:08
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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05:54
2h 39m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
08:33
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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06:24
2h 37m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
09:01
Paris
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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Explore the cheapest prices to Hackney from Cardiff this week

Typical ticket prices between Cardiff and Hackney are around AU$ 57.26, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!

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Mon27Apr
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Tue28Apr
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Wed29Apr
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How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Hackney

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Group travel deals

If your party consists of 3 to 9 travellers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Cardiff to Hackney more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
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Travel during Off-Peak train times

For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.
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Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you travel between Cardiff and Hackney on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.
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Book in advance

Advance tickets, usually released up to 12 weeks before travel, can save you up to 61% on journeys from Cardiff to Hackney when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.

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