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Compare train for London Paddington (PAD) to Penarth station (PEN)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Penarth station (PEN) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 208 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£41 Average Price | £28 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to Penarth station (PEN)
Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Penarth station (PEN) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 12:13, the last at 20:48. The fastest train covers the 208 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 208 km |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 12:13 |
Last train 20:48 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from London Paddington (PAD) to Penarth station (PEN) trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between London Paddington (PAD) and Penarth station (PEN) from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Paddington (PAD) to Penarth station (PEN) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Paddington (PAD) to Penarth station (PEN) 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 station (PEN), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in London Paddington (PAD) and Penarth station (PEN)
- 24/7
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11.
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Mini supermarket Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Wasabi
- The Beer House
- Barburrito
- Upper Crust
- The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers)
- The Pasty Shop
- Burger King
- Pret a Manger
- The Savanna
- Soboro Bakery
- & more
- Taxi: The taxi deck is situated above Platform 12 and is accessed via the concourse and platform 12, which has escalators and lifts to the upper level to the covered marshalled taxi rank. A queuing system is in operation. There is also a separate collection point for pre-booked taxis and a drop off point
- Accessible taxis: All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair. There is also a separate collection point for prebooked taxis also further away from the lifts.
- Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms' 1 and 12. A Changing Places facility is located on Platform 12. There are dedicated breastfeeding rooms / Parent & Baby rooms; within the Ladies toilets on Platform 1 within the public toilets on Platform 12.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 12.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Paddington
- Mercure London Paddington Hotel
- The Pilgrm
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 12
- 24/7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 8/9 and 10
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near Platform 1.
- Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
- Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
- Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
- Metro: Tube Lines.
- 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
