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Trains from Manchester Stations to Penarth (PEN)

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21

train journeys
per day

146

miles (236 kms)

3hrs 33 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 00:39

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Penarth (PEN)

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On a typical weekday there are 21 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Penarth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 21 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Penarth is approximately 146 miles (236 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 50 mins.

CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Penarth.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Penarth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 33 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Manchester Stations  to Penarth

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Penarth Today

  • Mon 20th Jan
    05:11
    3 hrs 51 mins3 changes
    09:02
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Penarth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    06:27
    3 hrs 50 mins1 change
    10:17
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Penarth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    07:30
    3 hrs 48 mins1 change
    11:18
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Penarth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    08:30
    3 hrs 33 mins1 change
    12:03
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Penarth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    09:03
    4 hrs2 changes
    13:03
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Penarth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    09:30
    3 hrs 48 mins1 change
    13:18
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Penarth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    10:30
    3 hrs 48 mins1 change
    14:18
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Penarth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    11:03
    4 hrs2 changes
    15:03
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Penarth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    11:30
    3 hrs 48 mins1 change
    15:18
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Penarth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    12:30
    3 hrs 33 mins1 change
    16:03
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Penarth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    13:30
    3 hrs 48 mins1 change
    17:18
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Penarth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    14:03
    4 hrs2 changes
    18:03
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Penarth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    14:30
    3 hrs 48 mins1 change
    18:18
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Penarth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    15:30
    3 hrs 47 mins1 change
    19:17
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Penarth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    16:30
    3 hrs 47 mins1 change
    20:17
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Penarth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    17:30
    3 hrs 47 mins1 change
    21:17
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Penarth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    18:30
    3 hrs 47 mins1 change
    22:17
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Penarth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    21:30
    8 hrs 32 mins2 changes
    06:02
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Penarth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    22:03
    9 hrs 44 mins2 changes
    07:47
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Penarth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    23:36
    8 hrs 41 mins3 changes
    08:17
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Penarth
    Manchester Piccadilly to Penarth

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
AddressCardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
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 Manchester Stations and Penarth

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Penarth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 50 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 33 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Penarth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 21 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:39.

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Amenities on trains between Manchester Stations 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 Manchester Stations & Penarth. owever, there are 21 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, GWR, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Penarth.

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