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Trains from Folkestone Stations to Penarth (PEN)

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29

train journeys
per day

189

miles (305 kms)

4hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

04:44 / 00:19

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

5

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Folkestone Stations to Penarth (PEN)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Folkestone Stations and Penarth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Folkestone Stations to Penarth is approximately 189 miles (305 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 47 mins.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Stations and Penarth.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Folkestone West to Penarth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Folkestone Stations to Penarth Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:44
    4 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    09:16
    Folkestone West
    Penarth
    Folkestone West to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:51
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    10:02
    Folkestone West
    Penarth
    Folkestone West to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:29
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    10:46
    Folkestone West
    Penarth
    Folkestone West to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:58
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    11:01
    Folkestone West
    Penarth
    Folkestone West to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:29
    4 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    11:46
    Folkestone West
    Penarth
    Folkestone West to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:01
    4 hrs 3 changes
    12:01
    Folkestone West
    Penarth
    Folkestone West to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:01
    4 hrs 3 changes
    13:01
    Folkestone West
    Penarth
    Folkestone West to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:08
    4 hrs 38 mins 4 changes
    13:46
    Folkestone West
    Penarth
    Folkestone West to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:03
    3 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    14:01
    Folkestone West
    Penarth
    Folkestone West to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:13
    4 hrs 33 mins 4 changes
    14:46
    Folkestone West
    Penarth
    Folkestone West to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:58
    4 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    15:01
    Folkestone West
    Penarth
    Folkestone West to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:13
    4 hrs 33 mins 4 changes
    15:46
    Folkestone West
    Penarth
    Folkestone West to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:01
    4 hrs 3 changes
    16:01
    Folkestone West
    Penarth
    Folkestone West to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:13
    4 hrs 18 mins 4 changes
    16:31
    Folkestone West
    Penarth
    Folkestone West to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:01
    4 hrs 3 changes
    17:01
    Folkestone West
    Penarth
    Folkestone West to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:13
    4 hrs 18 mins 4 changes
    17:31
    Folkestone West
    Penarth
    Folkestone West to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:01
    4 hrs 3 changes
    18:01
    Folkestone West
    Penarth
    Folkestone West to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:13
    4 hrs 33 mins 4 changes
    18:46
    Folkestone West
    Penarth
    Folkestone West to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:01
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    19:16
    Folkestone West
    Penarth
    Folkestone West to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:11
    4 hrs 34 mins 4 changes
    19:45
    Folkestone West
    Penarth
    Folkestone West to Penarth

About Folkestone Stations Station

Station name Folkestone Stations (78)
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 Folkestone Stations and Penarth

The travel time between Folkestone Stations and Penarth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 47 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Folkestone Stations and Penarth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:44, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:19.

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

Amenities on trains between Folkestone Stations 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 Folkestone Stations & Penarth. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

Elizabeth Line, Thameslink, GWR, Transport for Wales, Southeastern are the main train operating companies running services between Folkestone Stations and Penarth.

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