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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Penarth
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
8 m
Average duration
8 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
5 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Penarth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Penarth will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff for Penarth every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 5 km distance in an average of 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:500h08Cardiff8:58Penarth£51One-way0 changes
- 8:500h08Cardiff8:58Penarth£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Penarth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Penarth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £2, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 5 km
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41m Average total duration Fastest 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Penarth train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Penarth trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:50 Cardiff | 0h08 | 8:58 Penarth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Penarth
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Trains from Cardiff to Penarth run on average 15 times per day, taking around 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £2 by coach.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 5 km distance in 8m.
Distance 5 km |
Average train duration 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 8m |
First train 5:44 |
Last train 23:38 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Penarth trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Penarth from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff to Penarth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Penarth by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Penarth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Penarth
Most Cardiff to Penarth trains use the Cardiff Central to Penarth station pair, with some services arriving at Dingle Road. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Penarth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Grangetown from Cardiff city centre
Grangetown is 1 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Grangetown train station facilities and services
Grangetown has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Grangetown.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Grangetown: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Grangetown: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Grangetown: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C. The station platforms are only accessible by stairs, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Penarth station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Penarth from Penarth city centre
Penarth train station facilities and services
Penarth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Penarth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Penarth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Penarth: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Penarth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Penarth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to the platform from the car park, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Dingle Road from Penarth city centre
Dingle Road train station facilities and services
Dingle Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dingle Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dingle Road: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Dingle Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dingle Road: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access is available to the platform via a ramp with a shallow gradient, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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