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Cardiff to Hackney Downs Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:07
Last train
Last train
23:34
Departure city
Departure city
Cardiff
Arrival station
Arrival station
Hackney Downs
Journey time
Journey time
2h 40m
Distance
Distance
135 miles
Price
Price
$40.90*
Train operators
Train operators
London Overground, Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

What are the next train times from Cardiff to Hackney Downs?

Discover all upcoming Cardiff to Hackney Downs services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
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23:30
7h 45m, 3 change
Cardiff Central
07:15
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Hackney Downs
Great Western Railway
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23:34
8h 11m, 4 change
Cardiff Central
07:45
+1
Paris
Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway
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