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Trains from Reading to Penarth (PEN)

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32

train journeys
per day

94

miles (152 kms)

1hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

00:15 / 00:30

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Reading to Penarth (PEN)

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Penarth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 32 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to Penarth is approximately 94 miles (152 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 28 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Penarth.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Penarth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Reading to Penarth Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    00:15
    6 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    06:47
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:49
    2 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    08:30
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:13
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    09:16
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:39
    1 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    09:31
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:13
    1 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    10:02
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:43
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    10:46
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:13
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    11:01
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:43
    2 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    11:46
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:13
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    12:01
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:40
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    12:46
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:13
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    13:01
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:41
    2 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    13:46
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:13
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    14:01
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:40
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    14:46
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:13
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    15:01
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:40
    2 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    15:46
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:13
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    16:01
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:40
    1 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    16:31
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:13
    1 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    17:01
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:41
    1 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    17:31
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
Address Reading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
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 Unavailable
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 Reading and Penarth

The travel time between Reading and Penarth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 28 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Penarth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:30.

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

Amenities on trains between Reading 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 Reading & Penarth. owever, there are 32 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Penarth.

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