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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Penarth (PEN)

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57

train journeys
per day

2

miles (4 kms)

12 mins

fastest journey

05:46 / 23:41

first / last train

56

direct trains

1

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Penarth (PEN)

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On a typical weekday there are 57 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Penarth , with 56 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 1 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Penarth is approximately 2 miles (4 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 22 mins.

Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Penarth.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Penarth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 12 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Penarth Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:46
    13 mins Direct
    05:59
    Cardiff Central
    Penarth
    Cardiff Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:16
    13 mins Direct
    06:29
    Cardiff Central
    Penarth
    Cardiff Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:34
    13 mins Direct
    06:47
    Cardiff Central
    Penarth
    Cardiff Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:01
    15 mins Direct
    07:16
    Cardiff Central
    Penarth
    Cardiff Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:16
    13 mins Direct
    07:29
    Cardiff Central
    Penarth
    Cardiff Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    14 mins Direct
    07:46
    Cardiff Central
    Penarth
    Cardiff Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:46
    15 mins Direct
    08:01
    Cardiff Central
    Penarth
    Cardiff Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:01
    14 mins Direct
    08:15
    Cardiff Central
    Penarth
    Cardiff Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:18
    12 mins Direct
    08:30
    Cardiff Central
    Penarth
    Cardiff Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    14 mins Direct
    08:46
    Cardiff Central
    Penarth
    Cardiff Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:02
    14 mins Direct
    09:16
    Cardiff Central
    Penarth
    Cardiff Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:16
    15 mins Direct
    09:31
    Cardiff Central
    Penarth
    Cardiff Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:32
    14 mins Direct
    09:46
    Cardiff Central
    Penarth
    Cardiff Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:48
    14 mins Direct
    10:02
    Cardiff Central
    Penarth
    Cardiff Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:02
    14 mins Direct
    10:16
    Cardiff Central
    Penarth
    Cardiff Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:16
    15 mins Direct
    10:31
    Cardiff Central
    Penarth
    Cardiff Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:32
    14 mins Direct
    10:46
    Cardiff Central
    Penarth
    Cardiff Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:46
    15 mins Direct
    11:01
    Cardiff Central
    Penarth
    Cardiff Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:16
    15 mins Direct
    11:31
    Cardiff Central
    Penarth
    Cardiff Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:32
    14 mins Direct
    11:46
    Cardiff Central
    Penarth
    Cardiff Central to Penarth

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
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 Cardiff Central and Penarth

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Penarth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 22 mins & the fastest journey takes 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Penarth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 57 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 56 direct services per day from Cardiff Central to Penarth

Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Penarth.

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