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Cardiff to Hackney train prices and times
Planning a journey from Cardiff to Hackney? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €34.59, with average prices for this route around €34.59. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
06:22 Cardiff Central | 09:14 Hackney Wick |  Elizabeth lineLondon Overground | Find Tickets |
06:28 Cardiff Central | 10:04 Hackney Wick | Elizabeth lineLondon Overground | Find Tickets |
07:23 Cardiff Central | 10:14 Hackney Wick | Elizabeth lineLondon Overground | Find Tickets |
07:27 Cardiff Central | 11:04 Hackney Wick | Elizabeth lineLondon Overground | Find Tickets |
08:18 Cardiff Central | 11:13 Hackney Wick | Elizabeth lineLondon Overground | Find Tickets |
08:27 Cardiff Central | 12:03 Paris | Elizabeth lineLondon Overground | Find Tickets |
Cardiff to Hackney train route details
First train
05:07
Last train
21:30
Journey time
2h 51m
Distance
135 miles
Price
€34.59*
How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Hackney
Travelling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff to Hackney can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff to Hackney for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split Tickets for greater savings
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Cardiff to Hackney, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff to Hackney ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3
If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Cardiff to Hackney more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Cardiff to Hackney train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Cardiff to Hackney with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.