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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leicester to Penarth
Take a train from Leicester to Penarth and enjoy the approximately 193 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 16:52.
Distance 193 km |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
First train 6:05 |
Last train 16:52 |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Leicester to Penarth trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Leicester 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: Leicester to Penarth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester 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 Leicester and Penarth
Most Leicester to Penarth trains use the Leicester to Penarth station pair, with some services arriving at Dingle Road. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Penarth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leicester station do trains to Penarth leave from?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Which Penarth station do trains from Leicester 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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