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Cardiff to Hackney train route details
First train
05:07
Last train
23:30
Journey time
2h 37m
Distance
135 miles
Price
€34.54*
What are the next train times from Cardiff to Hackney?
Discover all upcoming Cardiff to Hackney services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
07:49 Cardiff Central | 10:32 Hackney Wick |   | Find Tickets |
08:18 Cardiff Central | 11:03 Hackney Wick | | Find Tickets |
08:38 Cardiff Central | 11:20 Hackney Wick | | Find Tickets |
09:19 Cardiff Central | 12:08 Hackney Wick | | Find Tickets |
09:49 Cardiff Central | 12:38 Hackney Downs | | Find Tickets |
10:18 Cardiff Central | 13:01 Paris | | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Hackney
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.
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Explore a range of Railcards that typically offer 1/3 off most train tickets, including the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, as well as the 16-17 Saver, which offers 50% off. They’re easy to purchase and store digitally in your Trip.com app, meaning you're only ever a tap away from great savings.
Travel during Off-Peak train times
To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
Book in advance
Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Cardiff to Hackney. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Typically available up to 12 weeks before departure, they offer the most economical option for those looking to save on travel
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Allow for cheaper and more flexible travel when avoiding weekday rush hour times
Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route
First Class tickets
First Class tickets give you a more comfortable ride, with larger seats, extra legroom, and access to premium amenities such as refreshments or quieter carriages on many routes
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