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It takes an average of 3h 57m to travel from London to Penarth by train, over a distance of around 131 miles (211 km). There are normally 79 trains per day travelling from London to Penarth and tickets for this journey start from £59.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:23 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:33 | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Penarth | |
| Journey time | From 2h 12m | |
| Distance | 131 miles (211 km) | |
| Frequency | 79 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £59.50 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Thameslink, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from London to Penarth in 2 hours 12 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from London to Penarth? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 3 hours 57 minutes to travel the 131 miles (211 km) from London to Penarth by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 12 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 79 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or Thameslink to Penarth. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from London to Penarth in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £59.50. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Penarth by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from London to Penarth
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London to Penarth is right for you.
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