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Cardiff to Hackney train route details

First train
First train
05:07
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
£ 29.00*
Train Operators
Train Operators
London Overground, Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

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07:49
2h 43m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
10:32
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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08:18
2h 45m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
11:03
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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08:38
2h 42m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
11:20
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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09:19
2h 49m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
12:08
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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09:49
2h 49m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
12:38
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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10:18
2h 43m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
13:01
Paris
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you make the journey between Cardiff and Hackney on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
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Book in advance

Save up to 61% on your journey from Cardiff to Hackney by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.
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Group travel deals

If you are travelling in a group of 3 to 9 people, you can take advantage of group discounts (offered by most train companies) for up to 1/3 off standard fares. This can make travelling from Cardiff to Hackney more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
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Travel during Off-Peak train times

We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by travelling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. Off-Peak rates are available all day on weekends and bank holidays.

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