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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Penrith station (PNR) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
- Cheapest price on 15 Nov
- £146
- Average ticket price on 15 Nov
- £146
- Fastest journey on 15 Nov
- 4 h 37 m
- Average journey duration on 15 Nov
- 4 h 54 m
- Trains on 15 Nov
- 7
- 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 £146 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £146.
To travel from Penrith station (PNR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) you need to make at least one change.
C01364+
G3891811:18 4h37 Penrith station (PNR) 15:55 Cardiff Central (CDF) £146 1 One-way 1 change- W33191 · W33256+G38850
12:03 4h53 Penrith station (PNR) 16:56 Cardiff Central (CDF) £146 1 One-way 2 changes - W33138 · W33369+G38847
13:05 4h50 Penrith station (PNR) 17:55 Cardiff Central (CDF) £146 1 One-way 2 changes - G38847+
W8490511:49 6h06 Penrith station (PNR) 17:55 Cardiff Central (CDF) £146 1 One-way 1 change - G38853+W84909
12:51 6h03 Penrith station (PNR) 18:54 Cardiff Central (CDF) £146 1 One-way 1 change
- C01364+G38918
11:18 4h37 Penrith station (PNR) 15:55 Cardiff Central (CDF) £146 1 One-way 1 change - W33138 · W33369+G38847
13:05 4h50 Penrith station (PNR) 17:55 Cardiff Central (CDF) £146 1 One-way 2 changes - W33191 · W33256+G38850
12:03 4h53 Penrith station (PNR) 16:56 Cardiff Central (CDF) £146 1 One-way 2 changes - W33256+G38850+W84885
11:54 5h02 Penrith station (PNR) 16:56 Cardiff Central (CDF) £146 1 One-way 2 changes - W33219+G38853+W84911
13:48 5h06 Penrith station (PNR) 18:54 Cardiff Central (CDF) £146 1 One-way 2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Penrith station (PNR) to Cardiff Central (CDF)
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Penrith station (PNR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £67 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
The fastest train covers the 355 km distance in 4h 8m.
Distance 355 km |
Average train duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £67 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 8m |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Frequently asked questions about your Penrith station (PNR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trip
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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, Sunday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C01364+G38918 | 11:18 Penrith station (PNR) | 4h37 | 15:55 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| G38847+W84905 | 11:49 Penrith station (PNR) | 6h06 | 17:55 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W33256+G38850+W84885 | 11:54 Penrith station (PNR) | 5h02 | 16:56 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| W33191 · W33256+G38850 | 12:03 Penrith station (PNR) | 4h53 | 16:56 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| G38853+W84909 | 12:51 Penrith station (PNR) | 6h03 | 18:54 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 1 change | |
| W33138 · W33369+G38847 | 13:05 Penrith station (PNR) | 4h50 | 17:55 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
| W33219+G38853+W84911 | 13:48 Penrith station (PNR) | 5h06 | 18:54 Cardiff Central (CDF) | 2 changes | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Penrith station (PNR) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
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FAQs: Penrith station (PNR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) train
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Important Stations and Airports in Penrith station (PNR) and Cardiff Central (CDF)
Most Penrith station (PNR) to Cardiff Central (CDF) trains use the Penrith to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Penrith station (PNR) and Cardiff Central (CDF) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Penrith from Penrith city centre
Penrith train station facilities and services
Penrith has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Penrith.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Penrith: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Penrith: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Penrith: 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.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Most popular train connections from Penrith station (PNR)
Most popular trains to and from Cardiff Central (CDF) and Penrith station (PNR)
Most popular train connections to Cardiff Central (CDF)
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