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The average train between Penarth and Exeter takes 2h 57m and the fastest train takes 2h 11m. There is an hourly train service from Penarth to Exeter. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 57m
Duration
117 mi
Distance
£60
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Penarth to Exeter train times

Trains run hourly between Penarth and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penarth is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Exeter at 6:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 2h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 39m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 32m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 40m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 39m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 32m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 40m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 39m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 32m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 40m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 39m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 32m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 40m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 39m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 32m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 40m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 27m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 40m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 47m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 39m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 17m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Cross Country2h 20m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 49m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesGreat Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)2h 46m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Penarth to Exeter? 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.

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  • Distance: 116.6 mi
  • Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Penarth to Exeter St Davids via Cardiff Central and Bristol Temple Meads in around 2h 46m.

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