The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Shotton station (SHT)
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Shotton station (SHT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Shotton station (SHT) will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 1 trains that leave Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) for Shotton station (SHT) every day 1 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 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 52 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 coach and train for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Shotton station (SHT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Shotton station (SHT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 22 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£9 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Shotton station (SHT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Shotton station (SHT) trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:38 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 0h52 | 08:30 Shotton station (SHT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Shotton station (SHT) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Merseyrail, Merseyrail or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Shotton station (SHT).
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Shotton station (SHT).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Shotton station (SHT)
Trains from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Shotton station (SHT) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 09:53. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 51m.
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 05:38 |
Last train 09:53 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Merseyrail from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Shotton station (SHT) trainsTransport for Wales, Merseyrail trains will get you between Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Shotton station (SHT) from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Shotton station (SHT) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) to Shotton station (SHT) 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 station (SHT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and Shotton station (SHT)
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- The Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located in the main concourse.
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
- 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.
