The average train between Cardiff and Shotton takes 3h 14m and the fastest train takes 3h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff 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 4 times a day between Cardiff and Shotton. The earliest departure is at 5:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 7:38 PM which arrives into Shotton at 11:04 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff station and arriving at Shotton station. Services depart 4 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 3h 14m.
Cardiff to Shotton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Cardiff to Shotton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shotton station.
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The distance between Cardiff and Shotton is 192.7 km. The road distance is 250 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Shotton twice daily. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 3h 9m.
