What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Penarth?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Penarth is to train which costs £4 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Penarth?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Penarth is to train which takes 11 min and costs £4.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Penarth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Penarth. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Penarth?

The distance between Cardiff and Penarth is 4 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Penarth without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Penarth without a car is to train which takes 11 min and costs £4.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Penarth?

The train from Cardiff Central to Penarth takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Penarth train from?

Cardiff to Penarth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to Penarth train arrive?

Cardiff to Penarth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Penarth station.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Penarth?

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Where can I stay near Penarth?

There are 1547+ hotels available in Penarth.

Cardiff to Penarth - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and foot

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Penarth by train, taxi, or foot

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Cardiff to Penarth by train

379Weekly Trains

11 minAverage Duration

£4Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Penarth.

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Distance: 3.6 mi
Duration: 11 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Penarth every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4 and the journey takes 11 min.

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