The average train between Aberdeen and Shotton takes 8h 13m and the fastest train takes 6h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Aberdeen to Shotton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Aberdeen and Shotton. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdeen is at 9:35 PM which arrives into Shotton at 11:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 8h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Shotton. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen station and arriving at Shotton station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.
Aberdeen to Shotton train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.
Aberdeen to Shotton train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Shotton station.
Book your Aberdeen to Shotton train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Aberdeen and Shotton is 441.4 km. The road distance is 592 km.
You can take a train from Aberdeen to Shotton via Haymarket and Warrington Bank Quay in around 7h 28m.