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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Penrith
Cheapest price
£69
Average price
£107
Fastest journey
5 h 2 m
Average duration
5 h 52 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
355 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Penrith is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Penrith will cost around £107 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £69.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cardiff for Penrith every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 355 km distance in an average of 5 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 41 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.
12:455h02Cardiff17:47Penrith£691One-way0 changes
7:536h41Cardiff14:34Penrith£1441One-way0 changes
- 12:455h02Cardiff17:47Penrith£691One-way0 changes
- 7:536h41Cardiff14:34Penrith£1441One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff to Penrith
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Penrith among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £69.
Distance: 355 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£107 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Penrith train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Penrith trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:53 Cardiff | 6h41 | 14:34 Penrith | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:45 Cardiff | 5h02 | 17:47 Penrith | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Penrith
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Penrith run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £69 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:16, the last at 19:02. The fastest train covers the 355 km distance in 5h 2m.
Distance 355 km |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £69 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 2m |
First train 4:16 |
Last train 19:02 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Penrith trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Penrith from £23. 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 Penrith train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Penrith 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 Penrith, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Penrith
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
ParkingAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:00 Saturday 05:30 - 19:00 Sunday 11:30 - 19:00 Advance purchase tickets are available between 09:10 and 16:30 Monday at Saturday and from 08:00 to 16:30 on a Sunday
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
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