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Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs train route details

First train
First train
05:07
Last train
Last train
23:30
Departure station
Departure station
Cardiff Central
Arrival station
Arrival station
Hackney Downs
Journey time
Journey time
2h 40m
Distance
Distance
135 miles
Price
Price
TRY 1,823.29*
Train Operators
Train Operators
London Overground, Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

What are the next train times from Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs?

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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 43m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
08:37
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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06:24
2h 43m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
09:07
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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06:51
2h 54m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
09:45
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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07:23
2h 44m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
10:07
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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07:49
2h 48m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
10:37
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Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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Explore the cheapest prices to Hackney Downs from Cardiff Central this week
Typical ticket prices between Cardiff Central and Hackney Downs are around TRY 1,823.29, 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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How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs

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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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Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.
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Group travel deals

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