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Overview: Train from Ellesmere Port to Shotton
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Take a train from Ellesmere Port to Shotton and enjoy the approximately 12 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 22:49.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Trains per day 6 |
First train 5:21 |
Last train 22:49 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Mersey Rail from Ellesmere Port to Shotton trainsMersey Rail trains will get you between Ellesmere Port and Shotton. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ellesmere Port to Shotton train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ellesmere Port 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Ellesmere Port and Shotton
Most Ellesmere Port to Shotton trains use the Ellesmere Port to Shotton station pair. Use this guide to compare Ellesmere Port and Shotton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Ellesmere Port station do trains to Shotton leave from?
Getting to Ellesmere Port from Ellesmere Port city centre
Ellesmere Port train station facilities and services
Ellesmere Port has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ellesmere Port.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ellesmere Port. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ellesmere Port: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ellesmere Port: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ellesmere Port: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B: “This station has a degree of step-free access to the platform, which may be in both directions or in one direction only – please check details.”Access to the Liverpool platform from the car park is step free. Footbridge only to other platform. Please note, assistance can only be provided between 06.05 and 14.00 when station is staffed, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Overpool from Ellesmere Port city centre
Overpool is 1 km from Ellesmere Port city centre. Public transport options include:
Overpool train station facilities and services
Overpool has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Overpool.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Overpool: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Overpool: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” This station is unstaffed. You will need to book assistance in advance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Shotton station do trains from Ellesmere Port 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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