Birmingham to Shotton by train

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Overview: trains from Birmingham to Shotton

Find the key information for travelling by train from Birmingham to Shotton, 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 05:30 View journey
Last train 23:35 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 33m View journey
Distance (km) 113
Trains / day 16 View all
Cheapest journey €27.25 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 22m
Train operators 7

Taking the train from Birmingham to Shotton

So you’re considering going from Birmingham to Shotton by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Cost of train tickets between Birmingham and Shotton

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Shotton start at €27.25. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Birmingham to Shotton is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 5 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Birmingham to Shotton train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 05:30.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 23:35.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 05:30.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 22:55.

  • 16 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 30 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Birmingham and Shotton

The route’s fastest journey takes 1 hour and 33 minutes, covering a total of 113 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Birmingham to Shotton trains

Tickets for travel to Shotton along this route are available for purchase 5 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Learn more about train travel from Birmingham to Shotton

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Birmingham and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Shotton city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Birmingham to Shotton

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

The distance between Birmingham and Shotton is 113 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.