The cheapest and fastest trains from Shotton to Wrexham
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
31 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Shotton to Wrexham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shotton to Wrexham will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 5 trains that leave Shotton for Wrexham every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 31 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 train and coach for Shotton to Wrexham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shotton to Wrexham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 19 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£5 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Shotton to Wrexham train times
The table below shows live departures for Shotton to Wrexham trains for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:16 Shotton | 0h39 | 12:55 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
![]() | 05:21 Shotton | 0h39 | 06:00 Wrexham | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:48 Shotton | 0h43 | 07:31 Wrexham | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:02 Shotton High Level | 0h31 | 07:33 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:37 Shotton | 0h56 | 08:33 Wrexham | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:47 Shotton High Level | 0h31 | 08:18 Wrexham | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shotton to Wrexham
Trains from Shotton to Wrexham run on average 6 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 39m.
Distance 19 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:37 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Shotton to Wrexham trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Shotton and Wrexham from £5. 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 Wrexham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shotton to Wrexham 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 Wrexham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Shotton and Wrexham
- 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 06:15 - 19:15 Saturday 06:45 - 19:45 Sunday 09:30 - 17:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) from the car park via the booking office or night gate. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Chester), Platform 3, and Platform 4 (Wrexham-Bidston Line) via a footbridge and 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 Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: At the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at bus stop in station car park
- Car Park: Island Green Shopping Park Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to the platform from the Retail Park.
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: At the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside station in Retail Park (Argos)
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