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Cardiff Central to Hackney Train Route Details
First train
05:07
Last train
23:30
Journey time
2h 37m
Distance
217 km
Price
€34.68*
What are the next train times from Cardiff Central to Hackney?
Discover all upcoming Cardiff Central to Hackney 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
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:54 Cardiff Central | 08:33 Hackney Wick |   | Find Tickets |
06:24 Cardiff Central | 09:01 Hackney Wick | | Find Tickets |
06:51 Cardiff Central | 09:34 Hackney Wick | | Find Tickets |
07:23 Cardiff Central | 10:01 Hackney Wick | | Find Tickets |
07:49 Cardiff Central | 10:32 Hackney Wick | | Find Tickets |
08:18 Cardiff Central | 11:03 Paris | | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Hackney
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
A wide selection of Railcards is available, many providing 1/3 off most train tickets — from the 16-25 and 26-30 Railcards to Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior options. With the 16-17 Saver, you can even get 50% off. Purchasing and storing your Railcard in the Trip.com app is quick and simple, ensuring instant access to generous discounts whenever you travel.
Season tickets for frequent travelers
If you make the journey between Cardiff Central and Hackney on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
Book in advance
Save up to 61% on your journey from Cardiff Central 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.
Travel during Off-Peak train times
To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid traveling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travelers
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Allow for cheaper and more flexible travel when avoiding weekday rush hour times
Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route
Flexi Season tickets
Designed for part-time commuters, Flexi Season tickets provide 8 travel days within a 28-day window, giving flexibility while still offering meaningful savings compared to buying tickets individually.
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