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Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to Penarth (PEN)

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41

train journeys
per day

167

miles (269 kms)

4hrs 23 mins

fastest journey

04:46 / 00:04

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

7

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Southend Central (SOC) to Penarth (PEN)

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On a typical weekday there are 41 scheduled rail journeys between Southend Central and Penarth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 41 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Southend Central to Penarth is approximately 167 miles (269 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 54 mins.

GWR, Abellio Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales, c2c, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Central and Penarth.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Southend Central to Penarth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 23 mins.

Journeys from Southend Central to Penarth Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    04:46
    4 hrs 30 mins 4 changes
    09:16
    Southend Central
    Penarth
    Southend Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:08
    4 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    09:31
    Southend Central
    Penarth
    Southend Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:47
    4 hrs 15 mins 3 changes
    10:02
    Southend Central
    Penarth
    Southend Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:20
    4 hrs 26 mins 4 changes
    10:46
    Southend Central
    Penarth
    Southend Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:56
    4 hrs 5 mins 4 changes
    11:01
    Southend Central
    Penarth
    Southend Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:11
    4 hrs 35 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    11:46
    Southend Central
    Penarth
    Southend Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:17
    4 hrs 29 mins 4 changes
    11:46
    Southend Central
    Penarth
    Southend Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:48
    4 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    12:01
    Southend Central
    Penarth
    Southend Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:09
    4 hrs 37 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    12:46
    Southend Central
    Penarth
    Southend Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:14
    4 hrs 32 mins 4 changes
    12:46
    Southend Central
    Penarth
    Southend Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:50
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    13:01
    Southend Central
    Penarth
    Southend Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:16
    4 hrs 30 mins 3 changes
    13:46
    Southend Central
    Penarth
    Southend Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:50
    4 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    14:01
    Southend Central
    Penarth
    Southend Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:06
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    14:46
    Southend Central
    Penarth
    Southend Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:15
    4 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    14:46
    Southend Central
    Penarth
    Southend Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:36
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    15:01
    Southend Central
    Penarth
    Southend Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:06
    4 hrs 40 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    15:46
    Southend Central
    Penarth
    Southend Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:15
    4 hrs 31 mins 4 changes
    15:46
    Southend Central
    Penarth
    Southend Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:55
    4 hrs 6 mins 4 changes
    16:01
    Southend Central
    Penarth
    Southend Central to Penarth
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:06
    4 hrs 25 mins 3 changes - overtaken train
    16:31
    Southend Central
    Penarth
    Southend Central to Penarth

About Southend Central Station

Station name Southend Central (SOC)
Address Southend Central station, Clifftown Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1AB
Managed by CC

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 18:45
Saturday 06:30 - 21:00
Sunday 07:30 - 19:00
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 Southend Central and Penarth

The travel time between Southend Central and Penarth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 54 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 23 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Southend Central and Penarth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 41 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:04.

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

Amenities on trains between Southend 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 Southend Central & Penarth. owever, there are 41 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Abellio Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales, c2c, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line are the main train operating companies running services between Southend Central and Penarth.

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