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Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs train route details

First train
First train
14:18
Last train
Last train
21:30
Departure station
Departure station
Cardiff Central
Arrival station
Arrival station
Hackney Downs
Journey time
Journey time
2h 40m
Distance
Distance
217 km
Price
Price
€ 34.85*
Train Operators
Train Operators
London Overground, Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

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
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14:18
2h 46m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
17:04
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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14:54
2h 40m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
17:34
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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15:18
2h 46m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
18:04
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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15:54
2h 42m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
18:36
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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16:21
2h 43m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
19:04
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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16:50
2h 47m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
19:37
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Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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Explore the cheapest prices to Hackney Downs from Cardiff Central this week

Fares from Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs usually average around € 34.85, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!

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Fri24Apr
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Sun26Apr
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Mon27Apr
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Tue28Apr
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