The average train between Exeter and Penarth takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Exeter to Penarth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Exeter and Penarth. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Penarth at 6:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Parkway and take an average of 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Exeter to Penarth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Penarth. However, there are services departing from Exeter station and arriving at Penarth station via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Exeter to Penarth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.
Exeter to Penarth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Exeter to Penarth train tickets online with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Exeter and Penarth is 83.3 km. The road distance is 190 km.
You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Penarth via Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central in around 2h 43m.