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Penarth to Cardiff train route details
First train
05:46
Last train
23:29
Journey time
9m
Distance
3 miles
Price
TRY 235.97*
What are the next train times from Penarth to Cardiff?
Discover all upcoming Penarth to Cardiff services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
12:07 Dingle Road | 12:17 Cardiff Central |  | Find Tickets |
12:11 Cogan | 12:21 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
12:22 Dingle Road | 12:33 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
12:29 Cogan | 12:41 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
12:37 Dingle Road | 12:47 Cardiff Central | | Find Tickets |
12:41 Cogan | 12:51 Paris | | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Penarth to Cardiff
Book in advance
Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Penarth to Cardiff. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.
Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you travel between Penarth and Cardiff on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.
Travel during Off-Peak train times
We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by travelling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. Off-Peak rates are available all day on weekends and bank holidays.
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Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Allow for cheaper and more flexible travel when avoiding weekday rush hour times
Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route
Season tickets
Allowing unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, and annual options, you can save approximately 1/3 on train fares
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