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Cardiff to Hackney train route details

First train
First train
05:07
Last train
Last train
22:47
Departure city
Departure city
Cardiff
Arrival city
Arrival city
Hackney
Journey time
Journey time
2h 39m
Distance
Distance
135 miles
Price
Price
PLN 146.84*
Train Operators
Train Operators
London Overground, Elizabeth line, CrossCountry

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05:07
3h 1m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
08:08
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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05:54
2h 39m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
08:33
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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06:24
2h 37m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
09:01
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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06:51
2h 43m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
09:34
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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07:23
2h 38m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
10:01
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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07:49
2h 43m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
10:32
Paris
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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Typical ticket prices between Cardiff and Hackney are around PLN 146.84, 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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