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The average train between Oxford and Penarth takes 2h 42m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Oxford 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.

2h 42m
Duration
105 mi
Distance
£51
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Oxford to Penarth train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Oxford and Penarth. The earliest departure is at 5:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oxford is at 11:06 PM which arrives into Penarth at 6:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Didcot Parkway and take an average of 2h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales2h 6m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales2h 2m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales1h 59m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales1h 59m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales2h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales2h 6m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales2h 2m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales1h 59m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales2h 13m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales2h 1m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales2h 15m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales2h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales2h 53m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales1h 52m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales2h 16m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales8h 31m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales2h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales2h 6m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales2h 2m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales1h 59m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales2h 57m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales2h 6m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales2h 2m • 2 changes
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    Great Western Railway (GWR)Great Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales1h 59m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Oxford 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.

Map of how to get from Oxford to Penarth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 105.5 mi
  • Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Oxford, England and Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Didcot Parkway to Cardiff Central every 3 hours. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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