- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price
$92
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
2 h 33 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penarth to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penarth to London will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $92.
It's difficult to get from Penarth to London without transferring at least once.
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W35220Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penarth to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a train costs an average of $177.
Distance: 131 miles (211 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$177 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Penarth to London:
A bus is $132 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Penarth to London costing on average $177.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 52m.
You'll arrive about 59m sooner (2h 17m by train vs 3h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $177 compared to roughly $58 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Penarth to London trains for tomorrow, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W35439+ Y62824 | 12:34 PM Penarth station (PEN) | 2h35 | 3:09 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
W35439+ Y62824 | 12:36 PM Dingle Road (DGL) | 2h33 | 3:09 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
W35220+ Y62819 | 1:34 PM Penarth station (PEN) | 2h35 | 4:09 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
W35220+ Y62819 | 1:36 PM Dingle Road (DGL) | 2h33 | 4:09 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
W35442+ Y62832 | 2:34 PM Penarth station (PEN) | 2h35 | 5:09 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
W35442+ Y62832 | 2:36 PM Dingle Road (DGL) | 2h33 | 5:09 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
C00125+ Y62833 | 3:34 PM Penarth station (PEN) | 2h35 | 6:09 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
C00125+ Y62833 | 3:36 PM Dingle Road (DGL) | 2h33 | 6:09 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
W35445+ Y62822 | 4:34 PM Penarth station (PEN) | 2h35 | 7:09 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
W35445+ Y62822 | 4:36 PM Dingle Road (DGL) | 2h33 | 7:09 PM London Paddington (PAD) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Penarth to London run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $177 but you can travel from only $35 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (211 km) distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 131 miles (211 km) |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $177 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 9:07 PM |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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London Waterloo -> Westminster Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penarth to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Penarth to London trains use the Penarth to London Paddington station pair, with some services arriving at London Waterloo. Use this guide to compare Penarth and London 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.
London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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