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Trains from Helensburgh Central (HLC) to Penarth (PEN)

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10

train journeys
per day

322

miles (518 kms)

8hrs 22 mins

fastest journey

06:54 / 00:23

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Helensburgh Central (HLC) to Penarth (PEN)

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On a typical weekday there are 10 scheduled rail journeys between Helensburgh Central and Penarth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 10 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Helensburgh Central to Penarth is approximately 322 miles (518 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 10hrs 1 mins.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Helensburgh Central and Penarth.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Helensburgh Central to Penarth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 22 mins.

Journeys from Helensburgh Central to Penarth Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:54
    8 hrs 22 mins 3 changes
    15:16
    Helensburgh Central
    Penarth
    Helensburgh Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:59
    8 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    17:31
    Helensburgh Central
    Penarth
    Helensburgh Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:25
    7 hrs 51 mins 4 changes
    18:16
    Helensburgh Central
    Penarth
    Helensburgh Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:55
    8 hrs 50 mins 3 changes
    19:45
    Helensburgh Central
    Penarth
    Helensburgh Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:55
    8 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    21:19
    Helensburgh Central
    Penarth
    Helensburgh Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:22
    8 hrs 22 mins 4 changes
    22:44
    Helensburgh Central
    Penarth
    Helensburgh Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:23
    13 hrs 36 mins 4 changes
    05:59
    Helensburgh Central
    Penarth
    Helensburgh Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:54
    13 hrs 21 mins 4 changes
    08:15
    Helensburgh Central
    Penarth
    Helensburgh Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:02
    10 hrs 14 mins 3 changes
    09:16
    Helensburgh Central
    Penarth
    Helensburgh Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:32
    12 hrs 44 mins 4 changes
    12:16
    Helensburgh Central
    Penarth
    Helensburgh Central to Penarth

About Helensburgh Central Station

Station name Helensburgh Central (HLC)
Address Helensburgh Central station, East Princes Street, Helensburgh, Argyll & Bute, G84 7QF
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:55 - 00:00
Tuesday 05:55 - 00:00
Wednesday 05:55 - 00:00
Thursday 05:55 - 00:00
Friday 05:55 - 00:00
Saturday 05:55 - 00:00
Sunday 07:50 - 23:45
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 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 Helensburgh Central and Penarth

The travel time between Helensburgh Central and Penarth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 10hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 22 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Helensburgh Central and Penarth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 10 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:54, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:23.

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Amenities on trains between Helensburgh Central 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 Helensburgh Central & Penarth. owever, there are 10 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Helensburgh Central and Penarth.

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