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Trains from Merthyr Vale (MEV) to Shotts (SHS)

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12

train journeys
per day

286

miles (460 kms)

9hrs 25 mins

fastest journey

06:50 / 23:41

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Merthyr Vale (MEV) to Shotts (SHS)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Merthyr Vale and Shotts , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Merthyr Vale to Shotts is approximately 286 miles (460 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 10hrs 29 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Merthyr Vale to Shotts. The fastest journey time on this route takes 9hrs 25 mins.

Journeys from Merthyr Vale to Shotts Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:50
    9 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    15:52
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    07:50
    9 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    16:52
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    08:50
    8 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    17:49
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    09:20
    9 hrs 52 mins 3 changes
    19:12
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    09:50
    9 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    19:38
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    10:52
    9 hrs 25 mins 3 changes
    20:17
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    11:50
    9 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    20:56
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    12:50
    9 hrs 8 mins 3 changes
    21:58
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    13:50
    9 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    23:19
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    18:50
    14 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    09:31
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    20:50
    13 hrs 36 mins 3 changes
    10:26
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale to Shotts
  • Mon 6th May
    22:50
    13 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    12:30
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale to Shotts

About Merthyr Vale Station

Station name Merthyr Vale (MEV)
Address Merthyr Vale station, Merthyr Street, Merthyr Vale, Merthyr, CF48 4TE
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
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 Merthyr Vale and Shotts

The travel time between Merthyr Vale and Shotts by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 10hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 9hrs 25 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Merthyr Vale and Shotts vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:41.

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Amenities on trains between Merthyr Vale 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 Merthyr Vale & Shotts. owever, there are 12 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 Merthyr Vale and Shotts.

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