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Trains from Runcorn (RUN) to Shotts (SHS)

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23

train journeys
per day

176

miles (284 kms)

4hrs 21 mins

fastest journey

00:02 / 00:20

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 5 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Runcorn (RUN) to Shotts (SHS)

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On a typical weekday there are 23 scheduled rail journeys between Runcorn and Shotts , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 23 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Runcorn to Shotts is approximately 176 miles (284 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 32 mins.

Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn and Shotts.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Runcorn to Shotts. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 21 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Runcorn to Shotts

Journeys from Runcorn to Shotts Today

  • Mon 17th Jun
    00:02
    10 hrs 24 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    10:26
    Runcorn
    Shotts
    Runcorn to Shotts
  • Mon 17th Jun
    00:07
    10 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    10:26
    Runcorn
    Shotts
    Runcorn to Shotts
  • Mon 17th Jun
    06:28
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    11:13
    Runcorn
    Shotts
    Runcorn to Shotts
  • Mon 17th Jun
    07:26
    5 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    12:28
    Runcorn
    Shotts
    Runcorn to Shotts
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:11
    4 hrs 41 mins 4 changes
    12:52
    Runcorn
    Shotts
    Runcorn to Shotts
  • Mon 17th Jun
    08:26
    4 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    13:17
    Runcorn
    Shotts
    Runcorn to Shotts
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:09
    4 hrs 41 mins 5 changes
    13:50
    Runcorn
    Shotts
    Runcorn to Shotts
  • Mon 17th Jun
    09:26
    5 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    14:28
    Runcorn
    Shotts
    Runcorn to Shotts
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:09
    4 hrs 42 mins 4 changes
    14:51
    Runcorn
    Shotts
    Runcorn to Shotts
  • Mon 17th Jun
    10:26
    4 hrs 49 mins 2 changes
    15:15
    Runcorn
    Shotts
    Runcorn to Shotts
  • Mon 17th Jun
    11:09
    4 hrs 43 mins 4 changes
    15:52
    Runcorn
    Shotts
    Runcorn to Shotts
  • Mon 17th Jun
    12:09
    4 hrs 24 mins 5 changes
    16:33
    Runcorn
    Shotts
    Runcorn to Shotts
  • Mon 17th Jun
    13:09
    4 hrs 41 mins 4 changes
    17:50
    Runcorn
    Shotts
    Runcorn to Shotts
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:02
    5 hrs 10 mins 2 changes - overtaken train
    19:12
    Runcorn
    Shotts
    Runcorn to Shotts
  • Mon 17th Jun
    14:09
    5 hrs 3 mins 4 changes
    19:12
    Runcorn
    Shotts
    Runcorn to Shotts
  • Mon 17th Jun
    15:09
    4 hrs 43 mins 5 changes
    19:52
    Runcorn
    Shotts
    Runcorn to Shotts
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:09
    4 hrs 47 mins 4 changes
    20:56
    Runcorn
    Shotts
    Runcorn to Shotts
  • Mon 17th Jun
    16:26
    4 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    21:17
    Runcorn
    Shotts
    Runcorn to Shotts
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:09
    4 hrs 49 mins 4 changes
    21:58
    Runcorn
    Shotts
    Runcorn to Shotts
  • Mon 17th Jun
    17:26
    5 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    22:44
    Runcorn
    Shotts
    Runcorn to Shotts

About Runcorn Station

Station name Runcorn (RUN)
Address Runcorn station, Station Road, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 5UB
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:30
Saturday 06:30 - 19:30
Sunday 08:45 - 19:30
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 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 Runcorn and Shotts

The travel time between Runcorn and Shotts by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 21 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Runcorn and Shotts vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 23 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:02, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:20.

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Amenities on trains between Runcorn 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 Runcorn & Shotts. owever, there are 23 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn and Shotts.

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