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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
217 km

Price
RUB 3,149.22*
What are the next train times from Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
19:18 Cardiff Central | 22:07 Hackney Downs | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
20:18 Cardiff Central | 23:07 Hackney Downs | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
21:20 Cardiff Central | 00:22 +1Hackney Downs | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
21:30 Cardiff Central | 05:45 +1Hackney Downs | ![]() | Find Tickets |
23:30 Cardiff Central | 07:22 +1Paris | ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs

Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you make the journey between Cardiff Central and Hackney Downs on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.

Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Explore a range of Railcards that typically offer 1/3 off most train tickets, including the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, as well as the 16-17 Saver, which offers 50% off. They’re easy to purchase and store digitally in your Trip.com app, meaning you're only ever a tap away from great savings.

Split Tickets discount
It may sound odd, but splitting your journey into smaller segments by purchasing separate, cheaper tickets can often lead to significant savings, all while you remain in the same seat for the entire trip. The best part? Trip.com handles these splits for you, meaning you don't have to do any painstaking planning.

Book in advance
Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Released up to 12 weeks in advance, these tickets are usually the most budget-friendly choice for savvy travellers

Return train tickets
Covers a round trip, including both the outward and return journeys between the same two stations

Anytime tickets
Providing total flexibility, Anytime tickets let you travel whenever you like on your chosen day. They're perfect for travellers who want freedom without worrying about peak or off-peak limitations.

Season tickets
With weekly, monthly, and annual versions, these tickets provide unlimited travel between two stations and typically reduce fares by about 1/3
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.










