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Cardiff Central to Hackney Train Route Details

First train
09:00

Last train
23:11

Journey time
2h 39m

Distance
217 km

Price
€34.72*
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
11:20 Cardiff Central | 13:59 Hackney Wick | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
12:20 Cardiff Central | 14:59 Hackney Wick | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
13:20 Cardiff Central | 15:59 Hackney Wick | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
13:25 Cardiff Central | 16:44 Hackney Wick | ![]() | Find Tickets |
14:20 Cardiff Central | 16:59 Hackney Wick | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
15:15 Cardiff Central | 17:59 Paris | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Hackney

Season tickets for frequent travelers
Regular commuters traveling between Cardiff Central and Hackney - whether weekly, monthly, or annually - can benefit greatly from season tickets. Season tickets allow unlimited travel between both stations within specific time periods, offering substantial savings and eliminating the need to purchase individual tickets for every trip.

Group travel deals
If you are traveling in a group of 3 to 9 people, you can take advantage of group discounts (offered by most train companies) for up to 1/3 off standard fares. This can make traveling from Cardiff Central to Hackney more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Travel during Off-Peak train times
For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.

Split Tickets discount
It might seem unusual, but buying several cheaper tickets for different sections of your journey can result in substantial savings - and you won't need to move seats at all. Even better, Trip.com automatically finds and arranges these split tickets for you, so there's no complicated planning required.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Typically available up to 12 weeks before departure, they offer the most economical option for those looking to save on travel

Season tickets
Allowing unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, and annual options, you can save approximately 1/3 on train fares

Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route

Flexi Season tickets
Flexi Season tickets suit travelers who commute a few days a week, offering 8 days of unlimited travel in a 28-day period—which often works out cheaper than buying tickets on an individual daily basis
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.










