The cheapest and fastest trains from Gloucester to Penarth
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
80 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gloucester to Penarth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gloucester to Penarth will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 2 trains that leave Gloucester for Penarth 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 80 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 35 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.




Live departures
Gloucester to Penarth train times
The table below shows live departures for Gloucester to Penarth trains for tomorrow, Thursday 5 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:49 Gloucester | 1h24 | 06:13 Penarth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:53 Gloucester | 1h35 | 09:28 Penarth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gloucester to Penarth
Take a train from Gloucester to Penarth and enjoy the approximately 80 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 23:07.
Distance 80 km |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Trains per day 7 |
First train 06:05 |
Last train 23:07 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Gloucester to Penarth trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Gloucester and Penarth. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Gloucester to Penarth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gloucester 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 Gloucester and Penarth
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 19:30 Sunday 09:00 - 20:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - step free access available to all platforms with liftbridge to link platforms
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Front of the station
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 08:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait in the station car park outside the station entrance
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at bus stop on Windsor Road
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