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Flintshire Museum Service
Small local museum focused on Flint’s social and industrial past, with displays on town life, crafts and community heritage.
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Trains from Shotton to Flint run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6m. 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 00:55, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 7 km distance in 6m.
Distance 7 km |
Average train duration 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 6m |
First train 0:55 |
Last train 23:11 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Small local museum focused on Flint’s social and industrial past, with displays on town life, crafts and community heritage.
Heritage venue in Greenfield with exhibitions on local industry, religion and daily life, set within a larger historic park near Flint.
Working mill museum and visitor site showing traditional flour milling and the area’s industrial story. A rewarding trip close to Flint.
Waterside path and open green space beside the Dee, popular for walks, views and easy access to Flint Castle.
Coastal path section with estuary views, birdlife and a peaceful walking route linking Flint with the wider Wales Coast Path network.
Large country park nearby with woodland paths, reservoirs and broad views. Popular for walking, picnics and a break from the town centre.
Traditional Welsh cakes are griddled fruit-studded cakes, eaten warm with butter or sugar. A classic teatime treat across North Wales.
Bara brith is a rich Welsh tea loaf packed with dried fruit and spice, traditionally served sliced with butter.
Cawl is a traditional Welsh broth of lamb or beef with potatoes, leeks and root vegetables, long valued as a hearty farmhouse meal.
Established Flint restaurant serving Turkish and Mediterranean dishes, grilled meats and meze in a modern setting.
Indian restaurant known locally for classic curries, tandoori dishes and a comfortable dine-in atmosphere.
Traditional pub in Flint serving hearty British meals and drinks in a relaxed local setting.
Moderate for the UK. Meals and cafés are fairly priced, while accommodation and rail travel can raise overall visitor costs compared with similar small towns.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. In cafés, tipping is optional, though small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shotton to Flint 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 Flint, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Shotton to Flint trains use the Shotton to Flint station pair. Use this guide to compare Shotton and Flint train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 is available at Shotton.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Shotton: Parking.
Available at Shotton: Bike Parking.
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.
Flint has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Flint.
Wi-Fi is available at Flint.
Ticket office support is available at Flint. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Flint: Parking.
Available at Flint: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Flint: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1/B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Chester) via a ramp with handrails from Corporation Street. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Holyhead) via a ramp from the station car park. A footbridge with steps connects both platforms, 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: No.
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