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Cardiff Central to Hackney Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff Central to Hackney? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as $41.27, with average prices for this route around $41.27. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:54 2h 39m, 2 change Cardiff Central	08:33 Hackney Wick	Find Tickets
06:24 2h 37m, 2 change Cardiff Central	09:01 Hackney Wick	Find Tickets
06:51 2h 43m, 2 change Cardiff Central	09:34 Hackney Wick	Find Tickets
07:23 2h 38m, 2 change Cardiff Central	10:01 Hackney Wick	Find Tickets
07:27 3h 25m, 3 change Cardiff Central	10:52 Hackney Wick	Find Tickets
08:18 2h 45m, 2 change Cardiff Central	11:03 Paris	Find Tickets

Cardiff Central to Hackney Train Route Details

First train

05:54

Last train

23:30

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival city

Hackney

Journey time

2h 37m

Distance

135 miles

Price

$41.27*

Train operators

London Overground, Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Hackney

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cardiff Central 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff Central 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 for greater savings

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets to save more on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Cardiff Central to Hackney, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This is often cheaper than purchasing a direct ticket, and you usually won’t need to change trains or seats.

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 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

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.

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Save money on your trip from Cardiff Central to Hackney with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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