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Trains from Reading West to Penarth (PEN)

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27

train journeys
per day

94

miles (151 kms)

2hrs

fastest journey

06:56 / 23:51

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

2

operators run

1

route

Trains from Reading West to Penarth (PEN)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Reading West and Penarth , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Reading West to Penarth is approximately 94 miles (151 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 40 mins.

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

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

Map of the rail routes from Reading West to Penarth

Journeys from Reading West to Penarth Today

  • Mon 20th Jan
    06:56
    2 hrs 6 mins2 changes
    09:02
    Reading West
    Penarth
    Reading West to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    07:29
    2 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    09:32
    Reading West
    Penarth
    Reading West to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    08:02
    2 hrs2 changes
    10:02
    Reading West
    Penarth
    Reading West to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    08:19
    2 hrs 13 mins2 changes
    10:32
    Reading West
    Penarth
    Reading West to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    08:59
    2 hrs 3 mins2 changes
    11:02
    Reading West
    Penarth
    Reading West to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    09:51
    2 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    12:03
    Reading West
    Penarth
    Reading West to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    10:15
    2 hrs 33 mins2 changes
    12:48
    Reading West
    Penarth
    Reading West to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    10:53
    2 hrs 10 mins2 changes
    13:03
    Reading West
    Penarth
    Reading West to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    11:15
    2 hrs 33 mins2 changes
    13:48
    Reading West
    Penarth
    Reading West to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    11:46
    2 hrs 16 mins2 changes
    14:02
    Reading West
    Penarth
    Reading West to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    12:16
    2 hrs 17 mins2 changes
    14:33
    Reading West
    Penarth
    Reading West to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    12:59
    2 hrs 4 mins2 changes
    15:03
    Reading West
    Penarth
    Reading West to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    13:17
    2 hrs 16 mins2 changes
    15:33
    Reading West
    Penarth
    Reading West to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    13:52
    2 hrs 11 mins2 changes
    16:03
    Reading West
    Penarth
    Reading West to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    14:20
    2 hrs 13 mins2 changes
    16:33
    Reading West
    Penarth
    Reading West to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    14:56
    2 hrs 7 mins2 changes
    17:03
    Reading West
    Penarth
    Reading West to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    15:22
    2 hrs 11 mins2 changes
    17:33
    Reading West
    Penarth
    Reading West to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    15:50
    2 hrs 13 mins2 changes
    18:03
    Reading West
    Penarth
    Reading West to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    16:51
    2 hrs 11 mins2 changes
    19:02
    Reading West
    Penarth
    Reading West to Penarth
  • Mon 20th Jan
    17:31
    2 hrs 17 mins2 changes
    19:48
    Reading West
    Penarth
    Reading West to Penarth

About Reading West Station

Station name Reading West (RDW)
AddressReading West station, Oxford Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 7PY
Managed byGW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:30 - 10:45
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

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 West and Penarth

The travel time between Reading West and Penarth by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 40 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Reading West and Penarth vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:56, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

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Amenities on trains between Reading West 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 West & Penarth. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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