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Cardiff to Hackney Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cardiff to Hackney? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as QAR 148.21, with average prices for this route around QAR 148.21.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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08:54
2h 56m, Changes required
Cardiff Central
11:50
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth lineLondon Overground
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09:35
2h 59m, Changes required
Cardiff Central
12:34
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth lineLondon Overground
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10:20
2h 44m, Changes required
Cardiff Central
13:04
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth lineGreater Anglia
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11:22
2h 42m, Changes required
Cardiff Central
14:04
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth lineGreater Anglia
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11:25
3h 15m, Changes required
Cardiff Central
14:40
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth lineLondon Overground
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12:20
2h 44m, Changes required
Cardiff Central
15:04
Paris
Great Western RailwayElizabeth lineGreater Anglia
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Cardiff to Hackney Train Route Details

First train
First train
08:54
Last train
Last train
23:11
Departure station
Departure station
Cardiff
Arrival station
Arrival station
Hackney
Journey time
Journey time
2h 41m
Distance
Distance
216 km
Price
Price
QAR 148.21*
Train operators
Train operators
London Overground, Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Hackney

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff to Hackney 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.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff to Hackney for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 to Hackney, 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%

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 to Hackney ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Cardiff to Hackney train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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