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Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs train route details
First train
05:07
Last train
23:30
Journey time
2h 40m
Distance
135 miles
Price
SEK 371.14*
What are the next train times from Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs?
Discover all upcoming Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
16:21 Cardiff Central | 19:04 Hackney Downs |   | Find Tickets |
16:50 Cardiff Central | 19:37 Hackney Downs | | Find Tickets |
17:18 Cardiff Central | 20:08 Hackney Downs | | Find Tickets |
17:50 Cardiff Central | 20:37 Hackney Downs | | Find Tickets |
18:18 Cardiff Central | 21:07 Hackney Downs | | Find Tickets |
19:18 Cardiff Central | 22:07 Paris | | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs
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Group travel deals
If your party consists of 3 to 9 travellers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
Book in advance
Advance tickets, usually released up to 12 weeks before travel, can save you up to 61% on journeys from Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Offers lower fares and greater flexibility when you avoid travelling during busy weekday periods
Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route
Flexi Season tickets
Flexi Season tickets suit travellers who commute a few days a week, offering 8 days of unlimited travel in a 28-day period—which often works out cheaper than buying tickets on an individual daily basis
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