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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Penrith station (PNR) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Cheapest price
£108
Average price
£127
Fastest journey
4 h 34 m
Average duration
5 h 2 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
355 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penrith station (PNR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penrith station (PNR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) will cost around £127 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £108.
To travel from Penrith station (PNR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) you need to make at least one change.
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C75252W02476 · W02064+C75249W02500 · S77555+
L64719W01977+C75255W02500 · S77555+L64719W01977+C75255W01979+C75252W02476 · W02064+C75249
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Penrith station (PNR) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penrith station (PNR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £109.
Distance: 355 km
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4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 30m Average total duration 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Penrith station (PNR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train times
The table below shows live departures for Penrith station (PNR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 14 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W02476 · W02064+C75249 | On time 06:01 Penrith station (PNR) | 5h24 | 11:25 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| W02500 · S77555+L64719 | On time 07:02 Penrith station (PNR) | 4h34 | 11:36 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| W01979+C75252 | On time 07:19 Penrith station (PNR) | 5h06 | 12:25 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penrith station (PNR) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
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Trains from Penrith station (PNR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £109 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:19, the last at 11:18. The fastest train covers the 355 km distance in 4h 37m.
Distance 355 km |
Average train duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £109 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 37m |
First train 07:19 |
Last train 11:18 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Penrith station (PNR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Penrith station (PNR) and Cardiff Central (CDF) from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Penrith station (PNR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penrith station (PNR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) 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 Cardiff Central (CDF), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Penrith station (PNR) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:00 Saturday 05:30 - 19:00 Sunday 11:30 - 19:00 Advance purchase tickets are available between 09:10 and 16:30 Monday at Saturday and from 08:00 to 16:30 on a Sunday
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.
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- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: News agent and convenience store
- Car Park: Brewery Car park
- Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen
- Pret a Manger
- Tesco Express
- Taxi: Taxi rank is on the right as you exit the main station entrance
- There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platforms 1 to 8. The National Key toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a radar key and are only available during staffing hours.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key/Accessible toilets are located in the East Subway near the lifts and on Platform 8; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key and are only available during staffing hours.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Clayton Hotel Cardiff
- Cardiff Marriott Hotel
- Travelodge Cardiff Central
- Waiting rooms location: On platforms 1/2, 3/4, 6/7 and 8.
- Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sat: 05:40 - 21:30
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: East end of platforms 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 6 and 7 - also at the front and rear of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Commuter rail lines: City Line, Rhondda Line, Rhymney Line, Valley Line, South Wales Main Line
- Train lines: Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the rear car park (Penarth Road entrance)
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