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National Museum Cardiff
National museum in Cardiff with art, archaeology and natural history collections, easy to reach from Penarth.
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Overview: Train from Swindon to Penarth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swindon to Penarth run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:05, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 97 km distance in 1h 3m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Distance 97 km |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 6:05 |
Last train 21:40 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 28 days |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
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Great Western Railway operates all trains services from Swindon to Penarth.
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Train companies: Great Western Railway from Swindon to Penarth trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Swindon and Penarth from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway
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 Great Western Railway Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest Great Western Railway Price
£36
Great Western Railway frequency
9 a day
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
Complete guide to Penarth
Things to do in Penarth
Discover the best of Penarth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Penarth trip today.
- Recommended
Ffotogallery
Independent gallery and arts centre showing contemporary exhibitions, talks and workshops in central Penarth.
- Recommended
Norwegian Church Arts Centre
Historic house and gallery in nearby Cardiff Bay with changing art exhibitions, gardens and a peaceful waterside setting.
- Must visit
Penarth Esplanade
Pleasant waterfront promenade linking the town to the pier, popular for walks, sea air and sunset views.
- Must visit
Cosmeston Lakes Country Park
Lakeside park with boating, seasonal flower displays, wildlife and family-friendly paths near the town centre.
- Recommended
Alexandra Gardens
Clifftop park with dramatic coastal views, walking paths, tennis courts and access to the seafront below.
- Vegetarian
Bara Brith
A Welsh tea loaf packed with dried fruit and brewed tea. A classic local bake served sliced with butter in homes and cafés across south Wales.
- Gluten-free
Laverbread
Seaweed purée traditionally cooked for hours and often served at breakfast with bacon or cockles. It is one of Wales’s most distinctive coastal foods.
- Gluten-free
Penclawdd Cockles
Small local shellfish gathered on the south Wales coast, often eaten with laverbread or at breakfast. A simple traditional taste of the Bristol Channel.
Casanova
Popular Italian restaurant in Penarth town centre serving pizzas, pasta and relaxed family-friendly meals in an established neighbourhood setting.
Waterloo Tea
Independent café on the Esplanade known for coffee, brunch and light lunches with sea views. A dependable stop for a casual Penarth meal.
The Custom House
Stylish seafront restaurant and bar on Penarth Marina known for modern British dishes, seafood and steaks in a polished waterside setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for South Wales. Penarth dining is similar to Cardiff suburbs, with varied café and pub prices; accommodation nearby is usually cheaper than central Cardiff.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. In cafés, tipping is optional; small change is appreciated.
Cardiff Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.35
- Day pass
- £5.20
To the city centre
Penarth Railway Station -> Cardiff Central, Cardiff
- Distance
- 5 km
- Travel time
- 17 min
- Cardiff Bus accepts contactless payment on board, and Tap On, Tap Off caps adult fares at the day ticket price.
- If paying cash on Cardiff Bus, carry the correct fare because drivers do not give change.
FAQs: Swindon to Penarth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Swindon to Penarth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £36, while the average price tends to be around £39.
The train journey from Swindon to Penarth covers a distance of 97 km and takes approximately 1h 3m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Swindon to Penarth is 97 km.
The first train from Swindon to Penarth leaves at 6:05.
The last train from Swindon to Penarth departs at 21:40.
Trains from Swindon to Penarth run approximately 9 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Swindon to Penarth.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Swindon to Penarth.
Yes, there is a night train from Swindon to Penarth.
The train station in Swindon that goes to Penarth is Swindon station (SWI), and it arrives at Dingle Road (DGL).
Booking trains from Swindon 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 Swindon to Penarth offers picturesque views of the English and Welsh countryside, including rolling hills and glimpses of the River Severn, making it a scenic route for travellers.
Yes, you can take the train from Swindon to Penarth.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Swindon and Penarth
Most Swindon to Penarth trains use the Swindon to Penarth station pair, with some services arriving at Dingle Road. Use this guide to compare Swindon and Penarth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Swindon
Arrival train stations in Penarth
Which Swindon station do trains to Penarth leave from?
Trains from Swindon to Penarth leave from Swindon. The station is 1 km from Swindon city centre at Swindon station, Station Road, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 1DQ.
SwindonSwindon station, Station Road, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 1DQ+44 3451652030
City-centre transport
Getting to Swindon from Swindon city centre
Bus82, 49 · 6m · £4 · every ~6 min
Swindon train station facilities and services
Swindon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Swindon.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Swindon. ATMs are available at Swindon.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Swindon.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Swindon: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Swindon: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Swindon: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via subway and the lifts via the main entrance subway, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Penarth station do trains from Swindon arrive at?
Trains from Swindon to Penarth most often arrive at Dingle Road. Some services arrive at Penarth, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Penarth arrival station.
Dingle RoadDingle Road station, Windsor Road, Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, CF64 1JL
City-centre transport
Getting to Dingle Road from Penarth city centre
Bus92, 7, 92B, 93, 94 · 1m · £2 · every ~18 min
Dingle Road train station facilities and services
Dingle Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dingle Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dingle Road: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Dingle Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dingle Road: 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.
PenarthPenarth station, Stanwell Road, Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, CF64 3DQ+44 3333211202
City-centre transport
Getting to Penarth from Penarth city centre
Bus92, 92B, 93, 94 · 1m · £2 · every ~17 min
Penarth train station facilities and services
Penarth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Penarth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Penarth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Penarth: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Penarth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Penarth: 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.
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