The cheapest and fastest trains from Penarth to Porth
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
59 m
Average duration
59 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penarth to Porth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penarth to Porth will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 1 trains that leave Penarth for Porth every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 59 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Penarth to Porth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penarth to Porth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 25 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Penarth to Porth train times
The table below shows live departures for Penarth to Porth trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:37 Penarth | 0h59 | 06:36 Porth | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penarth to Porth
Trains from Penarth to Porth run on average 8 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 59m.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 05:54 |
Last train 21:34 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Penarth to Porth trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Penarth and Porth from £6. 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 Porth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penarth to Porth 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 Porth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Penarth and Porth
- 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, 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
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 07:20 - 12:50 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 Platform 1 (to Treherbert). Step free access to Platform 2 (to Pontypridd) from station car park. Access between both platforms is via a footbridge with ramps.
- 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
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is approximately 150m away. Services to Caerphilly, Gilfach Goch, and Maerdy
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside Ken's Barber Shop (towards Treherbert) and outside Wedding & Balloon World (towards Pontypridd)
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