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Cardiff to Shotton Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff to Shotton, starting from £ 26.00 and averaging £ 26.00. The entire journey takes no more than 3 ساعات 10 دقائق. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
07:19 3 ساعات 15 دقائق, Direct Cardiff Central	10:34 Shotton	Find Tickets
07:53 4 ساعات 7 دقائق, Changes required Cardiff Central	12:00 Shotton	Find Tickets
09:23 3 ساعات 23 دقائق, Changes required Cardiff Central	12:46 Shotton	Find Tickets
09:53 4 ساعات 7 دقائق, Changes required Cardiff Central	14:00 Shotton	Find Tickets
11:23 3 ساعات 37 دقائق, Changes required Cardiff Central	15:00 Shotton	Find Tickets
11:53 3 ساعات 53 دقائق, Changes required Cardiff Central	15:46 Paris	Find Tickets

Cardiff to Shotton Train Route Details

First train

05:19

Last train

22:21

Departure station

Cardiff

Arrival station

Shotton

Journey time

3 ساعات 10 دقائق

Distance

195 km

Price

£ 26.00*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Shotton

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cardiff to Shotton. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Cardiff to Shotton, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff to Shotton ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Cardiff to Shotton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cardiff to Shotton train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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Cardiff to Shotton Train prices and times

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