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Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Penarth (PEN)

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15

train journeys
per day

170

miles (274 kms)

5hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

05:58 / 00:03

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Nelson (NEL) to Penarth (PEN)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Nelson and Penarth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Nelson to Penarth is approximately 170 miles (274 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 52 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Nelson and Penarth.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Nelson to Penarth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Nelson to Penarth Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:58
    5 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    11:31
    Nelson
    Penarth
    Nelson to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:58
    5 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    12:16
    Nelson
    Penarth
    Nelson to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:58
    5 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    13:16
    Nelson
    Penarth
    Nelson to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:58
    5 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    15:16
    Nelson
    Penarth
    Nelson to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:58
    5 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    16:16
    Nelson
    Penarth
    Nelson to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:58
    5 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    17:31
    Nelson
    Penarth
    Nelson to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:58
    5 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    18:16
    Nelson
    Penarth
    Nelson to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:58
    5 hrs 47 mins 3 changes
    19:45
    Nelson
    Penarth
    Nelson to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:58
    5 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    20:15
    Nelson
    Penarth
    Nelson to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:58
    5 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    21:19
    Nelson
    Penarth
    Nelson to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:58
    5 hrs 46 mins 3 changes
    22:44
    Nelson
    Penarth
    Nelson to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    19:58
    10 hrs 1 min 4 changes
    05:59
    Nelson
    Penarth
    Nelson to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:58
    11 hrs 17 mins 3 changes
    08:15
    Nelson
    Penarth
    Nelson to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:58
    11 hrs 18 mins 4 changes
    09:16
    Nelson
    Penarth
    Nelson to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    22:58
    10 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    09:46
    Nelson
    Penarth
    Nelson to Penarth

About Nelson Station

Station name Nelson (NEL)
Address Nelson station, Hibson Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9SF
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

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 Nelson and Penarth

The travel time between Nelson and Penarth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 52 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Nelson and Penarth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:58, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

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Amenities on trains between Nelson 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 Nelson & Penarth. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Nelson and Penarth.

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