The cheapest and fastest trains from Bidston to Shotton
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bidston to Shotton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bidston to Shotton will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bidston for Shotton every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 26 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.




Live departures
Bidston to Shotton train times
The table below shows live departures for Bidston to Shotton trains for tomorrow, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:38 Bidston | 0h26 | 08:04 Shotton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bidston to Shotton
Trains from Bidston to Shotton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:36, the last at 22:27. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 24m.
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 06:36 |
Last train 22:27 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Bidston to Shotton trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Bidston and Shotton from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bidston to Shotton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bidston 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bidston and Shotton
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:51 - 00:05 Sunday 08:01 - 00:05 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C: “This station does not have step-free access to any platform.” It is accessible for the platform interchange only. The nearest disabled accessible station is Leasowe.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: platform & outside station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bidston Station Approch, Birkenhead
- 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.
