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Cardiff to Hackney train route details

First train
First train
18:19
Last train
Last train
23:11
Departure city
Departure city
Cardiff
Arrival city
Arrival city
Hackney
Journey time
Journey time
2h 38m
Distance
Distance
135 miles
Price
Price
€34.66*
Train Operators
Train Operators
London Overground, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry

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18:19
2h 43m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
21:02
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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19:19
2h 43m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
22:02
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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20:22
2h 40m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
23:02
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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21:00
3h 25m, 3 change
Cardiff Central
00:25
+1
Hackney Downs
Great Western Railway
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21:18
10h 19m, 3 change
Cardiff Central
07:37
+1
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayCrossCountry
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22:47
11h 36m, 3 change
Cardiff Central
10:23
+1
Paris
Great Western Railway
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Explore the cheapest prices to Hackney from Cardiff this week
Typical ticket prices between Cardiff and Hackney are around €34.66, 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 to Hackney

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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

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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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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