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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Chester to Shotton
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
8 m
Average duration
9 m
Trains per day
5
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chester to Shotton will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 5 trains that leave Chester for Shotton every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These 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 .
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.
14:510h09Chester15:00Shotton£41One-way0 changes- 17:270h09Chester17:36Shotton£41One-way0 changes
- 10:240h10Chester10:34Shotton£51One-way0 changes
- 8:290h08Chester8:37Shotton£51One-way0 changes
- 20:500h08Chester20:58Shotton£51One-way0 changes
- 20:500h08Chester20:58Shotton£51One-way0 changes
- 8:290h08Chester8:37Shotton£51One-way0 changes
- 17:270h09Chester17:36Shotton£41One-way0 changes
- 14:510h09Chester15:00Shotton£41One-way0 changes
- 10:240h10Chester10:34Shotton£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach 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 coach with prices starting from £4. 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 coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 10 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£5 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
39m Average total duration Fastest 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 59m Average total duration 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chester to Shotton train times
The table below shows live departures for Chester to Shotton trains for today, Sunday 2 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 20:12 Chester | 1h05 | 21:17 Shotton | 1 change | |
| 21:11 Chester | 1h09 | 22:20 Shotton | 1 change | |
 | 22:02 Chester | 0h07 | 22:09 Shotton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:02 Chester | 0h07 | 23:09 Shotton | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 3 August | |||||
| 8:29 Chester | 0h08 | 8:37 Shotton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:24 Chester | 0h10 | 10:34 Shotton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:51 Chester | 0h09 | 15:00 Shotton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:27 Chester | 0h09 | 17:36 Shotton | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 £4 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 £4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 8m |
First train 0:40 |
Last train 23:10 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chester to Shotton train
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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chester and Shotton
Most Chester to Shotton trains use the Chester to Shotton station pair. Use this guide to compare Chester and Shotton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chester station do trains to Shotton leave from?
Getting to Chester from Chester city centre
Chester is 1 km from Chester city centre. Public transport options include:
Chester train station facilities and services
Chester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chester: 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.
Which Shotton station do trains from Chester arrive at?
Getting to Shotton from Shotton city centre
Shotton train station facilities and services
Shotton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Shotton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shotton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shotton: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Shotton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shotton: 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.
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