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Compare bus and train for Penarth to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penarth to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €2, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 5 km
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42m Average total duration Fastest 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Penarth to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Penarth to Cardiff trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:22 AM Penarth | 0h11 | 7:33 AM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:22 AM Penarth | 0h11 | 8:33 AM Cardiff | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penarth to Cardiff
Trains from Penarth to Cardiff run on average 16 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 but you can travel from only €2 by bus.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 5 km distance in 10m.
Distance 5 km |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 5:44 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Penarth to Cardiff trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Penarth and Cardiff from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Penarth to Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penarth to Cardiff 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Penarth to Cardiff
Most Penarth to Cardiff trains use the Penarth to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cardiff Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Penarth and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Penarth station do trains to Cardiff leave from?
Getting to Penarth from Penarth city centre
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.
Getting to Dingle Road from Penarth city centre
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.
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.
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Grangetown from Cardiff city centre
Grangetown is 1 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Grangetown train station facilities and services
Grangetown has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Grangetown.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Grangetown: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Grangetown: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Grangetown: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C. The station platforms are only accessible by stairs, 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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