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Trains from Ainsdale (ANS) to Shotts (SHS)

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8

train journeys
per day

156

miles (251 kms)

6hrs 57 mins

fastest journey

06:31 / 21:57

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Ainsdale (ANS) to Shotts (SHS)

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On a typical weekday there are 8 scheduled rail journeys between Ainsdale and Shotts , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 8 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ainsdale to Shotts is approximately 156 miles (251 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 59 mins.

ScotRail, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Ainsdale and Shotts.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ainsdale to Shotts. The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 57 mins.

Journeys from Ainsdale to Shotts Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:31
    6 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    13:28
    Ainsdale
    Shotts
    Ainsdale to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    07:36
    6 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    14:28
    Ainsdale
    Shotts
    Ainsdale to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    09:36
    6 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    16:32
    Ainsdale
    Shotts
    Ainsdale to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    10:21
    7 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    17:30
    Ainsdale
    Shotts
    Ainsdale to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    11:36
    7 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    18:47
    Ainsdale
    Shotts
    Ainsdale to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    13:36
    7 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    21:17
    Ainsdale
    Shotts
    Ainsdale to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    15:36
    7 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    23:19
    Ainsdale
    Shotts
    Ainsdale to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    21:06
    13 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    10:30
    Ainsdale
    Shotts
    Ainsdale to Shotts

About Ainsdale Station

Station name Ainsdale (ANS)
Address Ainsdale station, Station Road, Ainsdale, Merseyside, PR8 3HJ
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:32 - 00:27
Tuesday 05:32 - 00:27
Wednesday 05:32 - 00:27
Thursday 05:32 - 00:27
Friday 05:32 - 00:27
Saturday 05:32 - 00:27
Sunday 07:52 - 00:27
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Shotts Station

Station name Shotts (SHS)
Address Shotts station, Station Road, Dykehead, North Lanarkshire, ML7 5DX
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 13:20
Saturday 06:30 - 13:20
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ainsdale and Shotts

The travel time between Ainsdale and Shotts by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 57 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ainsdale and Shotts vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 8 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:31, and the last train of the day leaves at 21:57.

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Amenities on trains between Ainsdale and Shotts can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ainsdale & Shotts. owever, there are 8 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Northern Rail, Merseyrail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Ainsdale and Shotts.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Ainsdale and Shotts, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.