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Cardiff to Hackney Train Route Details

First train
First train
16:50
Last train
Last train
22:47
Departure city
Departure city
Cardiff
Arrival city
Arrival city
Hackney
Journey time
Journey time
2h 39m
Distance
Distance
135 miles
Price
Price
$40.10*
Train operators
Train operators
London Overground, Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

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16:50
2h 42m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
19:32
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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17:18
2h 50m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
20:08
Hackney Downs
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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17:50
2h 46m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
20:36
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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18:18
2h 44m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
21:02
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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19:18
2h 44m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
22:02
Hackney Wick
Great Western RailwayElizabeth line
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20:18
2h 46m, 2 change
Cardiff Central
23:04
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 $40.10, 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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Fri27Mar
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Sat28Mar
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Sun29Mar
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Mon30Mar
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Tue31Mar
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Season tickets for frequent travelers

If you travel between Cardiff and Hackney on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.
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Save up to 61% on your journey from Cardiff to Hackney by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.
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We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by traveling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip traveling 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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