Shotton to Chester by train

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Overview: trains from Shotton to Chester

Find the key information for travelling by train from Shotton to Chester, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:22 View journey
Last train 22:44 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 10m View journey
Distance (km) 11
Trains / day 38 View all
Cheapest journey CA$7.80 View journey
Avg journey time 12m
Train operators 3

Explore Shotton to Chester by train

Thinking about travelling from Shotton to Chester by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Cost of a train ticket between Shotton and Chester

The cheapest ticket price along this route is CA$7.80. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 5 and a half months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Shotton to Chester train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 05:22.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 22:44.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 05:22.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 22:44.

  • 38 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 23 minutes.

How long does the train from Shotton to Chester take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 10 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 11 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Shotton and Chester?

Tickets along this route go on sale 5 and a half months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Making the most of your trip to Chester

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Chester.

FAQs about the train journey from Shotton to Chester

Want to know more about your journey from Shotton to Chester? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The distance between Shotton and Chester is 11 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.