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Trains from Shotts (SHS) to Chester (CTR)

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19

train journeys
per day

185

miles (297 kms)

4hrs 58 mins

fastest journey

06:46 / 00:22

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

6

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Shotts (SHS) to Chester (CTR)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Shotts and Chester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shotts to Chester is approximately 185 miles (297 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 5 mins.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Shotts and Chester.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shotts to Chester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 58 mins.

Journeys from Shotts to Chester Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:46
    5 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    12:44
    Shotts
    Chester
    Shotts to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:31
    5 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    12:50
    Shotts
    Chester
    Shotts to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    07:55
    5 hrs 49 mins 3 changes
    13:44
    Shotts
    Chester
    Shotts to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:17
    5 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    14:44
    Shotts
    Chester
    Shotts to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    09:36
    5 hrs 14 mins 2 changes
    14:50
    Shotts
    Chester
    Shotts to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    10:35
    5 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    15:44
    Shotts
    Chester
    Shotts to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:32
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    16:50
    Shotts
    Chester
    Shotts to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    11:53
    5 hrs 51 mins 3 changes
    17:44
    Shotts
    Chester
    Shotts to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:32
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    18:50
    Shotts
    Chester
    Shotts to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:39
    5 hrs 32 mins 3 changes
    19:11
    Shotts
    Chester
    Shotts to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    13:51
    5 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    19:48
    Shotts
    Chester
    Shotts to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:35
    5 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    20:48
    Shotts
    Chester
    Shotts to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:39
    6 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    21:48
    Shotts
    Chester
    Shotts to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    15:52
    6 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    21:58
    Shotts
    Chester
    Shotts to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:32
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    22:50
    Shotts
    Chester
    Shotts to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    17:51
    6 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    23:53
    Shotts
    Chester
    Shotts to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    19:39
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    00:37
    Shotts
    Chester
    Shotts to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    19:53
    12 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    08:09
    Shotts
    Chester
    Shotts to Chester
  • Mon 6th May
    23:47
    8 hrs 57 mins 3 changes
    08:44
    Shotts
    Chester
    Shotts to Chester

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

About Chester Station

Station name Chester (CTR)
Address Chester Station, City Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 3NS
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 07:00 - 22:30
Saturday 07:00 - 22:30
Sunday 08:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Shotts and Chester

The travel time between Shotts and Chester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 58 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shotts and Chester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:22.

First class tickets on trains between Shotts and Chester typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Shotts & Chester. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, London North Eastern Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Shotts and Chester.

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