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Cardiff to Hackney train route details

First train
First train
19:19
Last train
Last train
23:11
Departure city
Departure city
Cardiff
Arrival city
Arrival city
Hackney
Journey time
Journey time
2h 43m
Distance
Distance
216 km
Price
Price
NZD 69.66*
Train Operators
Train Operators
London Overground, Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

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19:19
2h 43m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
22:02
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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20:22
2h 40m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
23:02
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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21:00
3h 40m, 3 change
Cardiff Central
00:40
+1
Hackney Downs
Great Western Railway
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21:35
10h 2m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
07:37
+1
Hackney Downs
CrossCountryGreat Western Railway
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22:47
11h 33m, 3 change
Cardiff Central
10:20
+1
Hackney Wick
Great Western Railway
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08:58
2h 43m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
11:41
Paris
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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Explore the cheapest prices to Hackney from Cardiff this week

Typical ticket prices between Cardiff and Hackney are around NZD 69.66, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!

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How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Hackney

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Travel during Off-Peak train times

We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by travelling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. Off-Peak rates are available all day on weekends and bank holidays.
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Season tickets for frequent travellers

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