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Trains from Reading to Penarth (PEN)

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29

train journeys
per day

94

miles (152 kms)

1hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

00:15 / 01:20

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Reading to Penarth (PEN)

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On a typical weekday there are 29 scheduled rail journeys between Reading and Penarth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 29 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading to Penarth is approximately 94 miles (152 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 16 mins.

CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Penarth.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Reading to Penarth. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 49 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Reading to Penarth

Journeys from Reading to Penarth Today

  • Mon 20th Jan
    00:15
    6 hrs 47 mins3 changes
    07:02
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    05:49
    2 hrs 43 mins1 change
    08:32
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    07:13
    1 hrs 49 mins1 change
    09:02
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    07:39
    1 hrs 53 mins1 change
    09:32
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    08:13
    1 hrs 49 mins1 change
    10:02
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    08:43
    1 hrs 49 mins1 change
    10:32
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    09:13
    1 hrs 49 mins1 change
    11:02
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    09:43
    1 hrs 50 mins1 change
    11:33
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    10:13
    1 hrs 50 mins1 change
    12:03
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    10:41
    2 hrs 7 mins1 change
    12:48
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    11:13
    1 hrs 50 mins1 change
    13:03
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    11:41
    2 hrs 7 mins1 change
    13:48
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    12:13
    1 hrs 49 mins1 change
    14:02
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    12:40
    1 hrs 53 mins1 change
    14:33
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    13:13
    1 hrs 50 mins1 change
    15:03
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    13:41
    1 hrs 52 mins1 change
    15:33
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    14:13
    1 hrs 50 mins1 change
    16:03
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    14:40
    1 hrs 53 mins1 change
    16:33
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    15:13
    1 hrs 50 mins1 change
    17:03
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    15:41
    1 hrs 52 mins1 change
    17:33
    Reading
    Penarth
    Reading to Penarth

About Reading Station

Station name Reading (RDG)
AddressReading station, Station Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 1LZ
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:15 - 22:00
Saturday 06:15 - 22:00
Sunday 07:15 - 22:00
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 Reading and Penarth

The travel time between Reading and Penarth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 16 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading and Penarth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 29 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:20.

First class tickets on trains between Reading and Penarth typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Reading 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 Reading & Penarth. owever, there are 29 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, GWR are the main train operating companies running services between Reading and Penarth.

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