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Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs, starting from £ 29.00 and averaging £ 29.00. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 44m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Operator	Find Tickets
21:00 3h 40m, 3 change Cardiff Central	00:40 +1 Hackney Downs		Find Tickets
22:47 11h 34m, 3 change Cardiff Central	10:21 +1 Paris		Find Tickets

Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs train route details

First train

05:14

Last train

22:47

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Hackney Downs

Journey time

2h 44m

Distance

217 km

Price

£ 29.00*

Train Operators

London Overground, Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 Central to Hackney Downs, 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 typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs train prices and times

Cardiff Central to Hackney Downs train route details