4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Shotton
Cheapest price
€2
Average price
€3
Fastest journey
8 m
Average duration
9 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
10 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chester to Shotton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Shotton will cost around €3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.
Of the 2 trains that leave Chester for Shotton on Mon, Nov 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 17 the direct trains cover the 10 km distance in an average of 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 m .
On Mon, Nov 17 the slowest trains will take 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Chester to Shotton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Shotton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €4.
Distance: 10 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€4 Average price Cheapest | €4 Average price |
39m Average total duration Fastest 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Chester to Shotton train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Shotton trains for today, Sunday, November 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:05 PM Chester | 0h09 | 12:14 PM Shotton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Shotton
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Chester to Shotton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 10 km distance in 8m.
Distance 10 km |
Average train duration 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 8m |
First train 00:40 |
Last train 23:10 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast from Chester to Shotton trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Chester and Shotton from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Chester to Shotton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester to Shotton by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Shotton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Chester, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Shotton, located 0.2 miles (405 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chester to Shotton
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Chester West
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
WifiParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 07:30 - 12:30 Saturday 08:45 - 13:45 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B3. Shotton station is split into two levels. Shotton and Shotton High Level. At Shotton (Platforms 1 and 2): No wheelchair access to Platform 1 (to Chester). Access to Platform 2 (to Holyhead) is via the small car park at the end of Alexandra Street. Customers are advised to travel to Flint and change trains. The nearest fully accessible station to Shotton is Flint. Shotton High Level (Platforms 3 and 4): No wheelchair access between platforms. Steep paths to platforms via Chester Road West and under bridge. The nearest fully accessible station to Shotton High Level is Hawarden Bridge.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: In the car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stops are located outside the station on Chester Road West.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use the bus stop on Chester Road West in front of the Shotton Kebab House.
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