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Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Penarth (PEN)

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31

train journeys
per day

151

miles (243 kms)

3hrs 47 mins

fastest journey

04:53 / 01:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Penarth (PEN)

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On a typical weekday there are 31 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge and Penarth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 31 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge to Penarth is approximately 151 miles (243 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 37 mins.

GWR, Thameslink, Transport for Wales, Great Northern, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Penarth.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge to Penarth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 47 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge to Penarth Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:53
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    09:16
    Cambridge
    Penarth
    Cambridge to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:23
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    09:31
    Cambridge
    Penarth
    Cambridge to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:53
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    10:02
    Cambridge
    Penarth
    Cambridge to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:23
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Cambridge
    Penarth
    Cambridge to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:09
    3 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    11:01
    Cambridge
    Penarth
    Cambridge to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:39
    4 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Cambridge
    Penarth
    Cambridge to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:09
    3 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    12:01
    Cambridge
    Penarth
    Cambridge to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:23
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    12:46
    Cambridge
    Penarth
    Cambridge to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:52
    4 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    13:01
    Cambridge
    Penarth
    Cambridge to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:23
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Cambridge
    Penarth
    Cambridge to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:14
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    14:01
    Cambridge
    Penarth
    Cambridge to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:23
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    14:46
    Cambridge
    Penarth
    Cambridge to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:14
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    15:01
    Cambridge
    Penarth
    Cambridge to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:23
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    15:46
    Cambridge
    Penarth
    Cambridge to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:14
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    16:01
    Cambridge
    Penarth
    Cambridge to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:23
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    16:31
    Cambridge
    Penarth
    Cambridge to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:14
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    17:01
    Cambridge
    Penarth
    Cambridge to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:23
    4 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    17:31
    Cambridge
    Penarth
    Cambridge to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:14
    3 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    18:01
    Cambridge
    Penarth
    Cambridge to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:44
    4 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    18:46
    Cambridge
    Penarth
    Cambridge to Penarth

About Cambridge Station

Station name Cambridge (CBG)
Address Cambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:10 - 23:00
Saturday 05:10 - 23:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Penarth Station

Station name Penarth (PEN)
Address Penarth station, Stanwell Road, Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, CF64 3DQ
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 08:00 - 13:30
Tuesday 08:00 - 13:30
Wednesday 08:00 - 13:30
Thursday 08:00 - 13:30
Friday 08:00 - 13:30
Saturday 08:00 - 13:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cambridge and Penarth

The travel time between Cambridge and Penarth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 37 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 47 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge and Penarth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 31 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:09.

First class tickets on trains between Cambridge and Penarth typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Cambridge and Penarth can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cambridge & Penarth. owever, there are 31 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Thameslink, Transport for Wales, Great Northern, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Penarth.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cambridge and Penarth, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.