The cheapest and fastest trains from Shotton to Chester
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
12 m
Average duration
12 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
10 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shotton to Chester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shotton to Chester will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
Of the 3 trains that leave Shotton for Chester every day 3 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 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 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 Shotton to Chester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shotton to Chester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 10 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £4 Average Price |
42m Average total duration Fastest 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Shotton to Chester train times
The table below shows live departures for Shotton to Chester trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:37 Shotton | 0h12 | 07:49 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:37 Shotton | 0h12 | 09:49 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:37 Shotton | 0h12 | 11:49 Chester | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shotton to Chester
Trains from Shotton to Chester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 10 km distance in 12m.
Distance 10 km |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 00:40 |
Last train 23:02 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Shotton to Chester trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Shotton and Chester from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Shotton to Chester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shotton to Chester 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 Chester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Shotton and Chester
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:40 Saturday 05:40 - 21:40 Sunday 07:10 - 20:40
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Chester West
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Main Concourse and on Platform 7a. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse and on Platform 7a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the bus stop outside the station front
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