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National Museum Cardiff
Wales’s national art and natural history museum, with Impressionist paintings, geology, and major collections in an elegant civic building.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$6
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$6
Fastest journey on Sep 18
11 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
11 m
Trains on Sep 18
3
Distance
5 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penarth to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penarth to Cardiff will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 3 trains from Penarth to Cardiff, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 5 km distance in an average of 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 11 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penarth to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, while a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 3 miles (5 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
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$6 Average price Cheapest | |
42m Average total duration Fastest 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | |
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The table below shows live departures for Penarth to Cardiff trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y62034 | On time 7:50 AM Penarth station (PEN) | 0h13 | 8:03 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y62034 | On time 7:52 AM Dingle Road (DGL) | 0h11 | 8:03 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y61814 | On time 8:05 AM Penarth station (PEN) | 0h12 | 8:17 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y61814 | On time 8:07 AM Dingle Road (DGL) | 0h10 | 8:17 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y61934 | On time 8:20 AM Penarth station (PEN) | 0h13 | 8:33 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y61934 | On time 8:22 AM Dingle Road (DGL) | 0h11 | 8:33 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y61807 | On time 8:35 AM Penarth station (PEN) | 0h12 | 8:47 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y61807 | On time 8:37 AM Dingle Road (DGL) | 0h10 | 8:47 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y61894 | On time 8:50 AM Penarth station (PEN) | 0h13 | 9:03 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y61894 | On time 8:52 AM Dingle Road (DGL) | 0h11 | 9:03 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y61787 | On time 9:05 AM Penarth station (PEN) | 0h12 | 9:17 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y61787 | On time 9:07 AM Dingle Road (DGL) | 0h10 | 9:17 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y61901 | On time 9:20 AM Penarth station (PEN) | 0h13 | 9:33 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y61901 | On time 9:22 AM Dingle Road (DGL) | 0h11 | 9:33 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y61776 | On time 9:35 AM Penarth station (PEN) | 0h13 | 9:48 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y61776 | On time 9:37 AM Dingle Road (DGL) | 0h11 | 9:48 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y61521 | On time 9:50 AM Penarth station (PEN) | 0h13 | 10:03 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y61521 | On time 9:52 AM Dingle Road (DGL) | 0h11 | 10:03 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y61767 | On time 10:05 AM Penarth station (PEN) | 0h12 | 10:17 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y61767 | On time 10:07 AM Dingle Road (DGL) | 0h10 | 10:17 AM Cardiff Central (CDF) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Penarth to Cardiff run on average 12 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 3 miles (5 km) distance in 10m.
Distance 3 miles (5 km) |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 10m |
First train 5:44 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
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Wales’s national art and natural history museum, with Impressionist paintings, geology, and major collections in an elegant civic building.
Open-air history museum with rescued Welsh buildings, crafts, and exhibitions that bring everyday life from different eras vividly to life.
Compact city-centre museum telling Cardiff’s story through local archaeology, industry, and community displays inside the Old Library.
Revitalised waterfront district with basin views, modern landmarks, trails, and easy access to culture, public art, and waterside walks.
Large central park behind the castle, ideal for riverside walks, arboretum views, sculptures, and quick escapes from the busy centre.
Victorian shopping arcade packed with independent boutiques and period detail, representing Cardiff’s famous arcade culture at its best.
A Welsh breakfast staple of seaweed cooked into a savoury puree, often served with oats or alongside bacon and cockles. It is a classic taste of Welsh coastal cooking.
Cockles gathered from the Welsh coast, commonly eaten with laverbread. They are a long-standing local delicacy linked to South Wales seaside food culture.
A traditional Welsh broth made with lamb or beef, root vegetables, and leeks. It is hearty, homely, and closely associated with Welsh family cooking.
Refined modern British dining with tasting menus in an elegant city-centre setting. It is one of Cardiff’s most acclaimed fine dining restaurants.
A stylish venue known for seasonal Welsh ingredients, creative small plates, and a relaxed but polished atmosphere near the city centre.
Historic indoor market ideal for casual local food, Welsh cakes, fresh produce, and traditional snacks. It offers a lively everyday taste of Cardiff.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local transit and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Restaurants often add a 10-12.5% service charge; if not, tip around 10%. Taxi tips are optional, often rounded up. Cafes usually do not require tipping, but small tips are appreciated.
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Cardiff Central -> St Mary Street, Cardiff
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penarth to Cardiff by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Penarth to Cardiff trains use the Penarth to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cathays. Use this guide to compare Penarth and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Penarth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Penarth.
Ticket office support is available at Penarth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Penarth: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Penarth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penarth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to the platform from the car park, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Dingle Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Dingle Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dingle Road: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Dingle Road: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dingle Road: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access is available to the platform via a ramp with a shallow gradient, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
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