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Trains from Dorchester South (DCH) to Penarth (PEN)

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18

train journeys
per day

59

miles (95 kms)

4hrs 5 mins

fastest journey

06:41 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Dorchester South (DCH) to Penarth (PEN)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Dorchester South and Penarth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Dorchester South to Penarth is approximately 59 miles (95 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 1 mins.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Dorchester South and Penarth.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Dorchester South to Penarth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 5 mins.

Journeys from Dorchester South to Penarth Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:41
    4 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Dorchester South
    Penarth
    Dorchester South to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:36
    3 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    11:31
    Dorchester South
    Penarth
    Dorchester South to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:33
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    13:01
    Dorchester South
    Penarth
    Dorchester South to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:34
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    13:16
    Dorchester South
    Penarth
    Dorchester South to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:33
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    15:01
    Dorchester South
    Penarth
    Dorchester South to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:33
    3 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    15:16
    Dorchester South
    Penarth
    Dorchester South to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:33
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    17:01
    Dorchester South
    Penarth
    Dorchester South to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:32
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    17:14
    Dorchester South
    Penarth
    Dorchester South to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:33
    4 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    18:16
    Dorchester South
    Penarth
    Dorchester South to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:34
    3 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    19:16
    Dorchester South
    Penarth
    Dorchester South to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:33
    4 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    21:19
    Dorchester South
    Penarth
    Dorchester South to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:33
    4 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    22:09
    Dorchester South
    Penarth
    Dorchester South to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:33
    4 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    23:24
    Dorchester South
    Penarth
    Dorchester South to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:17
    9 hrs 42 mins 3 changes
    05:59
    Dorchester South
    Penarth
    Dorchester South to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:21
    10 hrs 26 mins 3 changes
    06:47
    Dorchester South
    Penarth
    Dorchester South to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:12
    11 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    08:30
    Dorchester South
    Penarth
    Dorchester South to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:23
    10 hrs 53 mins 3 changes
    09:16
    Dorchester South
    Penarth
    Dorchester South to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:22
    10 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    10:16
    Dorchester South
    Penarth
    Dorchester South to Penarth

About Dorchester South Station

Station name Dorchester South (DCH)
Address Dorchester South station, Station Approach, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1QX
Managed by SW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:50 - 18:15
Saturday 06:45 - 17:00
Sunday 08:45 - 16:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Dorchester South and Penarth

The travel time between Dorchester South and Penarth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 5 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Dorchester South and Penarth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:41, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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

Amenities on trains between Dorchester South 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 Dorchester South & Penarth. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

South Western Railway, CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Dorchester South and Penarth.

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