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National Museum Cardiff
National museum in Cardiff with art, archaeology and natural history collections, easy to reach from Penarth.
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Trains from Newport to Penarth run on average 10 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 22:37. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 21m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 6:05 |
Last train 22:37 |
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National museum in Cardiff with art, archaeology and natural history collections, easy to reach from Penarth.
Independent gallery and arts centre showing contemporary exhibitions, talks and workshops in central Penarth.
Historic house and gallery in nearby Cardiff Bay with changing art exhibitions, gardens and a peaceful waterside setting.
Pleasant waterfront promenade linking the town to the pier, popular for walks, sea air and sunset views.
Lakeside park with boating, seasonal flower displays, wildlife and family-friendly paths near the town centre.
Clifftop park with dramatic coastal views, walking paths, tennis courts and access to the seafront below.
A Welsh tea loaf packed with dried fruit and brewed tea. A classic local bake served sliced with butter in homes and cafés across south Wales.
Seaweed purée traditionally cooked for hours and often served at breakfast with bacon or cockles. It is one of Wales’s most distinctive coastal foods.
Small local shellfish gathered on the south Wales coast, often eaten with laverbread or at breakfast. A simple traditional taste of the Bristol Channel.
Popular Italian restaurant in Penarth town centre serving pizzas, pasta and relaxed family-friendly meals in an established neighbourhood setting.
Independent café on the Esplanade known for coffee, brunch and light lunches with sea views. A dependable stop for a casual Penarth meal.
Stylish seafront restaurant and bar on Penarth Marina known for modern British dishes, seafood and steaks in a polished waterside setting.
Moderate for South Wales. Penarth dining is similar to Cardiff suburbs, with varied café and pub prices; accommodation nearby is usually cheaper than central Cardiff.
In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. In cafés, tipping is optional; small change is appreciated.
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Penarth Railway Station -> Cardiff Central, Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newport 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.

Most Newport to Penarth trains use the Newport (South Wales) to Penarth station pair, with some services arriving at Dingle Road. Use this guide to compare Newport and Penarth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Newport (South Wales) has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Ticket office support is available at Newport (South Wales). Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newport (South Wales): Parking, WC.
Available at Newport (South Wales): Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newport (South Wales): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: The pay phone is located on platforms 2 and 3, 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.
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 options are available at Penarth.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Penarth: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Penarth: Bike Parking.
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.
Dingle Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Dingle Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dingle Road: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Dingle Road: Bike Parking.
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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