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Cardiff to Hackney Downs Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Cardiff to Hackney Downs? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $39.18, with average prices for this route around $40.74.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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05:07
Cardiff Central
08:39
Hackney Downs
3h 32m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineLondon Overground
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06:24
Cardiff Central
09:40
Hackney Downs
3h 16m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineLondon Overground
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06:28
Cardiff Central
09:55
Hackney Downs
3h 27m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineLondon Overground
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06:57
Cardiff Central
10:25
Hackney Downs
3h 28m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineLondon Overground
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07:23
Cardiff Central
10:39
Hackney Downs
3h 16m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineLondon Overground
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07:27
Cardiff Central
10:55
Paris
3h 28m, Changes requiredGreat Western RailwayElizabeth lineLondon Overground
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Cardiff to Hackney Downs Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:07
Last train
Last train
23:30
Departure station
Departure station
Cardiff
Arrival station
Arrival station
Hackney Downs
Journey time
Journey time
3h 16m
Distance
Distance
135 miles
Price
Price
$39.18*
Train operators
Train operators
London Overground, Elizabeth line, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Hackney Downs

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff to Hackney Downs can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Cardiff to Hackney Downs 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 to save an average extra 30%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cardiff to Hackney Downs, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff to Hackney Downs ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Cardiff to Hackney Downs more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff to Hackney Downs Train Ticket Types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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