Edinburgh to Shotton by train

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Overview: trains from Edinburgh to Shotton

Find the key information for travelling by train from Edinburgh 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 00:33 View journey
Last train 23:34 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 41m View journey
Distance (km) 305
Trains / day 12 View all
Cheapest journey €145.95 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 46m
Train operators 12

Going from Edinburgh to Shotton by train

About to set off from Edinburgh to Shotton by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Cost of a train ticket between Edinburgh and Shotton

The cheapest ticket price along this route is €145.95. 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.

Edinburgh to Shotton departure frequency and train timetable

With 12 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 1 hour and 1 minute, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:13 and the last one is at 23:33. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 00:33, with the last one at 23:34.

How long does the train from Edinburgh to Shotton take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 41 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 305 kilometres.

How far in advance Edinburgh and Shotton tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Edinburgh and Shotton are available 5 and a half months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Additional information on train travel from Edinburgh to Shotton

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Shotton city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Edinburgh to Shotton

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

The distance between Edinburgh and Shotton is 305 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.