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Cardiff to Hackney train route details

First train
First train
08:38
Last train
Last train
23:34
Departure city
Departure city
Cardiff
Arrival city
Arrival city
Hackney
Journey time
Journey time
2h 37m
Distance
Distance
216 km
Price
Price
£ 29.00*
Train Operators
Train Operators
London Overground, Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

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08:38
2h 42m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
11:20
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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09:19
2h 49m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
12:08
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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09:49
2h 49m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
12:38
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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10:18
2h 43m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
13:01
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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10:50
2h 48m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
13:38
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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11:18
2h 44m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
14:02
Paris
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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Ticket prices for Cardiff to Hackney typically cost around £ 29.00, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!

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How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Hackney

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Season tickets for frequent travellers

Regular commuters travelling between Cardiff and Hackney - whether weekly, monthly, or annually - can benefit greatly from season tickets. Season tickets allow unlimited travel between both stations within specific time periods, offering substantial savings and eliminating the need to purchase individual tickets for every trip.
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Book in advance

Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Cardiff to Hackney. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.
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Travel during Off-Peak train times

For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.

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