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Cardiff to Hackney train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff to Hackney, starting from £29.00 and averaging £29.00. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 48m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
15:20 Cardiff Central | 19:24 Hackney Wick | Elizabeth lineLondon Overground | Find Tickets |
15:30 Cardiff Central | 19:24 Hackney Wick | Elizabeth lineLondon Overground | Find Tickets |
15:58 Cardiff Central | 20:04 Hackney Wick | Elizabeth lineLondon Overground | Find Tickets |
16:23 Cardiff Central | 20:27 Hackney Wick | Elizabeth lineLondon Overground | Find Tickets |
16:27 Cardiff Central | 20:27 Hackney Wick | Elizabeth lineLondon Overground | Find Tickets |
16:58 Cardiff Central | 21:04 Paris | Elizabeth lineLondon Overground | Find Tickets |
Cardiff to Hackney train route details

First train
05:14

Last train
21:00

Journey time
3h 48m

Distance
135 miles

Price
£29.00*
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 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 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 offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen 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
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 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.


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