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Trains from Doncaster (DON) to Penarth (PEN)

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23

train journeys
per day

167

miles (270 kms)

4hrs 3 mins

fastest journey

06:15 / 00:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

9

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Doncaster (DON) to Penarth (PEN)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Doncaster and Penarth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Doncaster to Penarth is approximately 167 miles (270 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 23 mins.

East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, Northern Rail, Elizabeth Line, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, GWR, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Doncaster and Penarth.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Doncaster to Penarth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 3 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Doncaster to Penarth

Journeys from Doncaster to Penarth Today

  • Mon 20th Jan
    06:15
    4 hrs 17 mins3 changes
    10:32
    Doncaster
    Penarth
    Doncaster to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    06:34
    4 hrs 59 mins3 changes
    11:33
    Doncaster
    Penarth
    Doncaster to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    07:21
    4 hrs 27 mins3 changes
    11:48
    Doncaster
    Penarth
    Doncaster to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    07:53
    4 hrs 10 mins3 changes
    12:03
    Doncaster
    Penarth
    Doncaster to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    08:22
    4 hrs 26 mins3 changes
    12:48
    Doncaster
    Penarth
    Doncaster to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    09:18
    4 hrs 30 mins3 changes
    13:48
    Doncaster
    Penarth
    Doncaster to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    09:24
    4 hrs 38 mins3 changes
    14:02
    Doncaster
    Penarth
    Doncaster to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    10:20
    4 hrs 13 mins3 changes
    14:33
    Doncaster
    Penarth
    Doncaster to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    11:15
    4 hrs 18 mins3 changes
    15:33
    Doncaster
    Penarth
    Doncaster to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    11:20
    4 hrs 43 mins3 changes
    16:03
    Doncaster
    Penarth
    Doncaster to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    12:20
    4 hrs 13 mins3 changes
    16:33
    Doncaster
    Penarth
    Doncaster to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    13:20
    4 hrs 13 mins3 changes
    17:33
    Doncaster
    Penarth
    Doncaster to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    14:00
    4 hrs 3 mins3 changes
    18:03
    Doncaster
    Penarth
    Doncaster to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    14:21
    4 hrs 12 mins3 changes
    18:33
    Doncaster
    Penarth
    Doncaster to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    15:21
    4 hrs 27 mins3 changes
    19:48
    Doncaster
    Penarth
    Doncaster to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    15:47
    5 hrs3 changes
    20:47
    Doncaster
    Penarth
    Doncaster to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    16:21
    4 hrs 56 mins3 changes
    21:17
    Doncaster
    Penarth
    Doncaster to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    17:20
    4 hrs 27 mins3 changes
    21:47
    Doncaster
    Penarth
    Doncaster to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    18:22
    4 hrs 39 mins3 changes
    23:01
    Doncaster
    Penarth
    Doncaster to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    20:21
    9 hrs 41 mins3 changes - overtaken train
    06:02
    Doncaster
    Penarth
    Doncaster to Penarth

About Doncaster Station

Station name Doncaster (DON)
AddressDoncaster station, Station Court, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 1PE
Managed byGR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:45 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

About Penarth Station

Station name Penarth (PEN)
AddressPenarth station, Stanwell Road, Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, CF64 3DQ
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 08:00 - 13:30
Tuesday 08:00 - 13:30
Wednesday 08:00 - 13:30
Thursday 08:00 - 13:30
Friday 08:00 - 13:30
Saturday 08:00 - 13:30
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Doncaster and Penarth

The travel time between Doncaster and Penarth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 3 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Doncaster and Penarth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:21.

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Amenities on trains between Doncaster and Penarth can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Doncaster & Penarth. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, Northern Rail, Elizabeth Line, Transport for Wales, CrossCountry, GWR, First Hull Trains are the main train operating companies running services between Doncaster and Penarth.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Doncaster and Penarth, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.