The cheapest and fastest trains from Penarth to Pangbourne
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
2 h 34 m
Average duration
3 h 3 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penarth to Pangbourne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penarth to Pangbourne will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
Of the 2 trains that leave Penarth for Pangbourne 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 145 km distance in an average of 3 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 31 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
Penarth to Pangbourne train times
The table below shows live departures for Penarth to Pangbourne trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:22 Penarth | 2h30 | 08:52 Pangbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:07 Penarth | 2h45 | 09:52 Pangbourne | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penarth to Pangbourne
Trains from Penarth to Pangbourne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 20:53. The fastest train covers the 145 km distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 145 km |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 20:53 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Transport for Wales from Penarth to Pangbourne trainsGreat Western Rail, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Penarth and Pangbourne from £51. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Penarth to Pangbourne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penarth to Pangbourne 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 Pangbourne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Penarth and Pangbourne
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 12:50 Saturday 07:00 - 13:30 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.”- This station has step free access to the Reading bound platform however Didcot bound can only be accessed via subway and stairs
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: The public phone is not accessible at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please call our free help line for assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 2. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key; these toilets are not accessible out of staffing hours.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: outside main entrance and on platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses starting/terminating at Pangbourne: Front of the station. All other buses: A329 Shooters Hill bus stops
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