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Trains from Chester (CTR) to Penarth (PEN)

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21

train journeys
per day

122

miles (197 kms)

3hrs 16 mins

fastest journey

05:33 / 23:24

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Chester (CTR) to Penarth (PEN)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Chester and Penarth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Chester to Penarth is approximately 122 miles (197 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 9 mins.

Avanti West Coast, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Penarth.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Chester to Penarth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 16 mins.

Journeys from Chester to Penarth Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:33
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    09:16
    Chester
    Penarth
    Chester to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:20
    3 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    09:46
    Chester
    Penarth
    Chester to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:16
    3 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    10:31
    Chester
    Penarth
    Chester to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:32
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    11:31
    Chester
    Penarth
    Chester to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:20
    3 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    11:46
    Chester
    Penarth
    Chester to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:32
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Chester
    Penarth
    Chester to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:30
    3 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    13:16
    Chester
    Penarth
    Chester to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:16
    3 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    13:46
    Chester
    Penarth
    Chester to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:32
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    14:16
    Chester
    Penarth
    Chester to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:36
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    15:16
    Chester
    Penarth
    Chester to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:21
    3 hrs 25 mins 1 change
    15:46
    Chester
    Penarth
    Chester to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:32
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    16:16
    Chester
    Penarth
    Chester to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:15
    3 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    17:31
    Chester
    Penarth
    Chester to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:32
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    18:16
    Chester
    Penarth
    Chester to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:36
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    19:45
    Chester
    Penarth
    Chester to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:23
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    20:15
    Chester
    Penarth
    Chester to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:32
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    20:15
    Chester
    Penarth
    Chester to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:36
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    21:19
    Chester
    Penarth
    Chester to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:22
    3 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    22:09
    Chester
    Penarth
    Chester to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:34
    8 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    05:59
    Chester
    Penarth
    Chester to Penarth

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
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 Unavailable
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 Chester and Penarth

The travel time between Chester and Penarth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 9 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 16 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Chester and Penarth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:33, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:24.

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Amenities on trains between Chester 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 Chester & Penarth. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Chester and Penarth.

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