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Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Shotts (SHS)

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20

train journeys
per day

301

miles (485 kms)

7hrs 53 mins

fastest journey

04:35 / 00:49

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Cardiff Central (CDF) to Shotts (SHS)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Cardiff Central and Shotts , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cardiff Central to Shotts is approximately 301 miles (485 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 58 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Shotts.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cardiff Central to Shotts. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 53 mins.

Journeys from Cardiff Central to Shotts Today

  • Mon 6th May
    04:35
    7 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    12:30
    Cardiff Central
    Shotts
    Cardiff Central to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    05:38
    8 hrs 12 mins 3 changes
    13:50
    Cardiff Central
    Shotts
    Cardiff Central to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    05:54
    8 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    14:14
    Cardiff Central
    Shotts
    Cardiff Central to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    06:35
    7 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    14:28
    Cardiff Central
    Shotts
    Cardiff Central to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    06:53
    8 hrs 22 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Cardiff Central
    Shotts
    Cardiff Central to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    07:50
    8 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    15:52
    Cardiff Central
    Shotts
    Cardiff Central to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    07:55
    8 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    16:18
    Cardiff Central
    Shotts
    Cardiff Central to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    08:49
    7 hrs 44 mins 3 changes
    16:33
    Cardiff Central
    Shotts
    Cardiff Central to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    09:53
    7 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    17:49
    Cardiff Central
    Shotts
    Cardiff Central to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    10:45
    8 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    19:12
    Cardiff Central
    Shotts
    Cardiff Central to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    10:52
    8 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    19:38
    Cardiff Central
    Shotts
    Cardiff Central to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    11:53
    7 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    19:52
    Cardiff Central
    Shotts
    Cardiff Central to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    12:49
    8 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    20:56
    Cardiff Central
    Shotts
    Cardiff Central to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    12:54
    8 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    21:17
    Cardiff Central
    Shotts
    Cardiff Central to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    13:56
    8 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    21:58
    Cardiff Central
    Shotts
    Cardiff Central to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    14:54
    8 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    23:19
    Cardiff Central
    Shotts
    Cardiff Central to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    15:49
    7 hrs 55 mins 3 changes
    23:44
    Cardiff Central
    Shotts
    Cardiff Central to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    20:05
    13 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    09:31
    Cardiff Central
    Shotts
    Cardiff Central to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    21:55
    12 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    10:26
    Cardiff Central
    Shotts
    Cardiff Central to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    23:30
    14 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    14:14
    Cardiff Central
    Shotts
    Cardiff Central to Shotts

About Cardiff Central Station

Station name Cardiff Central (CDF)
Address Cardiff Central Station, Central Square, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 1EP
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:40 - 21:30
Saturday 05:40 - 21:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Available
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 Cardiff Central and Shotts

The travel time between Cardiff Central and Shotts by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 58 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 53 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cardiff Central and Shotts vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:35, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:49.

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Amenities on trains between Cardiff Central 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 Cardiff Central & Shotts. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Cardiff Central and Shotts.

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