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Trains from Bolton (BON) to Shotts (SHS)

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26

train journeys
per day

164

miles (264 kms)

3hrs 50 mins

fastest journey

06:38 / 01:07

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

8

routes

Trains from Bolton (BON) to Shotts (SHS)

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On a typical weekday there are 26 scheduled rail journeys between Bolton and Shotts , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 26 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Bolton to Shotts is approximately 164 miles (264 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 26 mins.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Bolton and Shotts.

There are 8 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Bolton to Shotts. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 50 mins.

Journeys from Bolton to Shotts Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:38
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    10:30
    Bolton
    Shotts
    Bolton to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    06:52
    4 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    11:13
    Bolton
    Shotts
    Bolton to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    06:54
    4 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    11:27
    Bolton
    Shotts
    Bolton to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    08:08
    4 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    12:30
    Bolton
    Shotts
    Bolton to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    08:53
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    12:52
    Bolton
    Shotts
    Bolton to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    09:09
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Bolton
    Shotts
    Bolton to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    09:38
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    13:28
    Bolton
    Shotts
    Bolton to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    09:54
    3 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    13:50
    Bolton
    Shotts
    Bolton to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    10:38
    3 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    14:28
    Bolton
    Shotts
    Bolton to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    11:08
    4 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Bolton
    Shotts
    Bolton to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    11:53
    3 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    15:52
    Bolton
    Shotts
    Bolton to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    12:38
    3 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    16:32
    Bolton
    Shotts
    Bolton to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    12:54
    3 hrs 39 mins 3 changes
    16:33
    Bolton
    Shotts
    Bolton to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    13:10
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    17:13
    Bolton
    Shotts
    Bolton to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    13:38
    3 hrs 52 mins 1 change
    17:30
    Bolton
    Shotts
    Bolton to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    13:54
    3 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    17:49
    Bolton
    Shotts
    Bolton to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    14:39
    4 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    18:47
    Bolton
    Shotts
    Bolton to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    15:08
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    19:12
    Bolton
    Shotts
    Bolton to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    16:08
    3 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    19:52
    Bolton
    Shotts
    Bolton to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    16:52
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    20:56
    Bolton
    Shotts
    Bolton to Shotts

About Bolton Station

Station name Bolton (BON)
Address Bolton station, Trinity Street, Bolton, Lancashire, BL2 1BE
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:00 - 21:00
Tuesday 06:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 06:00 - 21:00
Thursday 06:00 - 21:00
Friday 06:00 - 21:00
Saturday 06:00 - 21:00
Sunday 08:15 - 19:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

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 Bolton and Shotts

The travel time between Bolton and Shotts by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Bolton and Shotts vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 26 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:38, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:07.

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Amenities on trains between Bolton 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 Bolton & Shotts. owever, there are 26 possible journeys which require a change.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Bolton and Shotts.

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