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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 €34.67, with average prices for this route around €34.67. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
06:24 Cardiff Central | 09:01 Hackney Wick | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
06:51 Cardiff Central | 09:34 Hackney Wick | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:23 Cardiff Central | 10:01 Hackney Wick | ![]() ![]() | 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 Paris | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
Cardiff to Hackney train route details

First train
05:07

Last train
23:30

Journey time
2h 37m

Distance
135 miles

Price
€34.67*
How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Hackney

Travelling in off-peak train times
Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cardiff to Hackney. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings
Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cardiff to Hackney, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%
Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff to Hackney ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

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
Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:
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
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.

Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.

Season train tickets
Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and 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.










