The average train between Penryn and Cardiff takes 5h 58m and the fastest train takes 4h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Penryn to Cardiff. 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 Penryn and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Penryn is at 11:33 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 10:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Truro and take an average of 5h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Penryn to Cardiff? 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 Penryn to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Penryn station and arriving at Cardiff station via Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.
Penryn to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Truro station.
Penryn to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Penryn to Cardiff train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Penryn and Cardiff is 198.8 km. The road distance is 363 km.
You can take a train from Penryn to Cardiff Central via Truro, Plymouth, and Bristol Temple Meads in around 5h 46m.