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Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Penarth (PEN)

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14

train journeys
per day

128

miles (206 kms)

4hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

06:17 / 23:29

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Penarth (PEN)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Ellesmere Port and Penarth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ellesmere Port to Penarth is approximately 128 miles (206 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 52 mins.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Penarth.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ellesmere Port to Penarth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 59 mins.

Journeys from Ellesmere Port to Penarth Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:17
    4 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    10:31
    Ellesmere Port
    Penarth
    Ellesmere Port to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:17
    4 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Ellesmere Port
    Penarth
    Ellesmere Port to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:17
    4 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    13:16
    Ellesmere Port
    Penarth
    Ellesmere Port to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:42
    4 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Ellesmere Port
    Penarth
    Ellesmere Port to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:42
    4 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    15:46
    Ellesmere Port
    Penarth
    Ellesmere Port to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:12
    4 hrs 34 mins 3 changes
    17:46
    Ellesmere Port
    Penarth
    Ellesmere Port to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:42
    6 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    19:45
    Ellesmere Port
    Penarth
    Ellesmere Port to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:42
    4 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    20:15
    Ellesmere Port
    Penarth
    Ellesmere Port to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:12
    5 hrs 7 mins 3 changes
    21:19
    Ellesmere Port
    Penarth
    Ellesmere Port to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:42
    5 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    21:45
    Ellesmere Port
    Penarth
    Ellesmere Port to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:42
    4 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    22:09
    Ellesmere Port
    Penarth
    Ellesmere Port to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:49
    10 hrs 10 mins 3 changes
    05:59
    Ellesmere Port
    Penarth
    Ellesmere Port to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:19
    11 hrs 27 mins 3 changes
    07:46
    Ellesmere Port
    Penarth
    Ellesmere Port to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:19
    8 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    08:15
    Ellesmere Port
    Penarth
    Ellesmere Port to Penarth

About Ellesmere Port Station

Station name Ellesmere Port (ELP)
Address Ellesmere Port station, Europa Way, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4AR
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 14:00
Weekend Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Ellesmere Port and Penarth

The travel time between Ellesmere Port and Penarth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ellesmere Port and Penarth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:29.

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Amenities on trains between Ellesmere Port 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 Ellesmere Port & Penarth. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Penarth.

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