The average train between Cambridge and Penarth takes 4h 24m and the fastest train takes 3h 46m. There is an hourly train service from Cambridge to Penarth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Cambridge and Penarth. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Penarth at 9:01 AM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 4h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Cambridge to Penarth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Penarth. However, there are services departing from Cambridge station and arriving at Penarth station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.
Cambridge to Penarth train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.
Cambridge to Penarth train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Cambridge to Penarth train tickets online with Great Northern, London Underground (Tube) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Cambridge and Penarth is 241.4 km. The road distance is 332 km.
You can take a train from Cambridge to Penarth via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, and Cardiff Central in around 3h 52m.