Royston to Penarth train with Great Western Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Royston to Penarth

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

£65

Average price

£65

Fastest journey

5 h 53 m

Average duration

5 h 53 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

227 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Royston to Penarth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Royston to Penarth will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £65.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Royston for Penarth 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 227 km distance in an average of 5 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 53 m .

The slowest trains will take 5 h 53 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.

Great Western Rail
06:505h53
Royston
12:43Penarth
£651One-way
0 changes

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Royston to Penarth train times

The table below shows live departures for Royston to Penarth trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 12:07
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western06:50 Royston
5h53
12:43 Penarth0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Royston to Penarth

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Trains from Royston to Penarth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 19:37. The fastest train covers the 227 km distance in 3h 49m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
227 km
Average train duration
3h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
£35
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
3h 49m
First train
05:45
Last train
19:37
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Royston to Penarth trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Royston and Penarth from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 49m
Cheapest Price
£35
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Learn more about Great Western Rail

FAQs: Royston to Penarth train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Royston 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.

FAQs
The train journey from Royston to Penarth offers scenic views, particularly as it travels through the picturesque countryside of Hertfordshire and the Severn Estuary. Passengers can enjoy a mix of rural landscapes and coastal vistas, making it a visually appealing route.
Two to three days in Penarth is ideal, allowing time to explore its Victorian pier, enjoy the coastal paths, and visit nearby attractions like Cardiff Bay.
The train distance from Royston to Penarth is 227 km.
Booking trains from Royston to Penarth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Royston to Penarth covers a distance of 227 km and takes approximately 3h 49m. Trains run 5 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Royston to Penarth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £35, while the average price tends to be around £69.
The first train from Royston to Penarth leaves at 5:45.
The last train from Royston to Penarth departs at 19:37.
Trains from Royston to Penarth run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Royston to Penarth.
There is no night train service from Royston to Penarth.
The cheapest way to get from Royston to Penarth is by train, costing approximately £35.
The train station in Royston that goes to Penarth is Royston station (RYS), and it arrives at Dingle Road (DGL).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Royston to Penarth.
Yes, you can take the train from Royston to Penarth.
To travel from Royston to Penarth, you can take a train.
A day trip from Royston to Penarth is not feasible as the travel duration is 3h 49m. However, there are 5 trains per day for this route, covering a distance of 227 km.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Royston and Penarth

Royston
Penarth
The major train station for departures in Royston is Royston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Royston for your trip from Royston to Penarth.
RoystonWifiShoppingParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
address
Address
Royston Station, Kneesworth Street, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5AH
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 09:15 - 17:30 Sunday Closed
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent in Booking Hall
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This is a Category B1 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Access between platforms via the street, steep in places. Assistance Meeting Point is the taxi bay at the front of the station. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance.
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Platform 1
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Heated waiting rooms are available on both platforms
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1 station entrance and car park / Platform 2 car park
  • Storage CCTV: Yes

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