The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Shotts
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£155
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£217
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
3 h 54 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
4 h
Trains on 15 Sept
18
Distance
267 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Shotts is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Shotts will cost around £217 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £155.
To travel from Leeds to Shotts you need to make at least one change.
7:324h00Leeds11:32Shotts£1551One-way2 changes
11:304h00Leeds15:30Shotts£1551One-way2 changes
13:304h02Leeds17:32Shotts£1551One-way2 changes
15:304h02Leeds19:32Shotts£1551One-way2 changes
6:104h06Leeds10:16Shotts£2351One-way1 change
15:103h54Leeds19:04Shotts£2351One-way1 change
7:324h00Leeds11:32Shotts£1551One-way2 changes
11:304h00Leeds15:30Shotts£1551One-way2 changes
13:304h02Leeds17:32Shotts£1551One-way2 changes
15:304h02Leeds19:32Shotts£1551One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leeds to Shotts
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Shotts among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £217 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £217, while a train costs an average of £217.
Distance: 267 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£217 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Shotts take longer:
Coach takes on average 14h 32m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (3h 47m by train vs 4h 0m by car). Tickets start at around £217 compared to roughly £54 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Leeds to Shotts train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Shotts trains for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:32 Leeds | 4h00 | 11:32 Shotts | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:10 Leeds | 4h06 | 12:16 Shotts | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:10 Leeds | 4h08 | 13:18 Shotts | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:10 Leeds | 4h05 | 14:15 Shotts | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:10 Leeds | 4h07 | 15:17 Shotts | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:30 Leeds | 4h00 | 15:30 Shotts | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:10 Leeds | 4h07 | 16:17 Shotts | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:10 Leeds | 4h03 | 17:13 Shotts | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:30 Leeds | 4h02 | 17:32 Shotts | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:10 Leeds | 4h04 | 18:14 Shotts | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:10 Leeds | 3h54 | 19:04 Shotts | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:30 Leeds | 4h02 | 19:32 Shotts | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:10 Leeds | 4h09 | 20:19 Shotts | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:10 Leeds | 4h06 | 21:16 Shotts | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:10 Leeds | 4h07 | 22:17 Shotts | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:10 Leeds | 4h10 | 23:20 Shotts | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:05 Leeds | 10h38 | 6:43 Shotts | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 15 September | |||||
![]() | 6:10 Leeds | 4h06 | 10:16 Shotts | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Leeds to Shotts by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Shotts
Trains from Leeds to Shotts run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £155 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:14, the last at 15:51. The fastest train covers the 267 km distance in 3h 54m.
Distance 267 km |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £155 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 6:14 |
Last train 15:51 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited from Leeds to Shotts trainsCrossCountry, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Leeds and Shotts from £155. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leeds to Shotts train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Shotts 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 Shotts, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Shotts
Most Leeds to Shotts trains use the Leeds to Shotts station pair. Use this guide to compare Leeds and Shotts train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Leeds from Leeds city centre
Leeds train station facilities and services
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Which Shotts station do trains from Leeds arrive at?
Getting to Shotts from Shotts city centre
Shotts train station facilities and services
Shotts has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Shotts.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shotts. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shotts: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Shotts: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shotts: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the respective platforms Blue Badge parking bays: 10, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
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