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Trains from Shotts (SHS) to Merthyr Vale (MEV)

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12

train journeys
per day

286

miles (460 kms)

7hrs 49 mins

fastest journey

06:46 / 00:23

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 4 changes)

4

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Shotts (SHS) to Merthyr Vale (MEV)

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On a typical weekday there are 12 scheduled rail journeys between Shotts and Merthyr Vale , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 12 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Shotts to Merthyr Vale is approximately 286 miles (460 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 32 mins.

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Shotts and Merthyr Vale.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Shotts to Merthyr Vale. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 49 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Shotts to Merthyr Vale

Journeys from Shotts to Merthyr Vale Today

  • Mon 23rd Sep
    06:46
    7 hrs 58 mins3 changes
    14:44
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    07:55
    7 hrs 49 mins3 changes
    15:44
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    08:31
    8 hrs 14 mins4 changes
    16:45
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    09:52
    8 hrs 22 mins3 changes
    18:14
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    10:35
    8 hrs 9 mins3 changes
    18:44
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    11:53
    8 hrs 21 mins3 changes
    20:14
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    12:18
    8 hrs 26 mins4 changes
    20:44
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    13:51
    8 hrs 23 mins3 changes
    22:14
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    14:17
    8 hrs 57 mins3 changes
    23:14
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    16:18
    14 hrs3 changes
    06:18
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    18:48
    13 hrs 56 mins3 changes
    08:44
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts to Merthyr Vale
  • Mon 23rd Sep
    23:47
    11 hrs 57 mins4 changes
    11:44
    Shotts
    Merthyr Vale
    Shotts to Merthyr Vale

About Shotts Station

Station name Shotts (SHS)
AddressShotts station, Station Road, Dykehead, North Lanarkshire, ML7 5DX
Managed bySR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:30 - 13:20
Saturday 06:30 - 13:20
Sunday Closed
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Merthyr Vale Station

Station name Merthyr Vale (MEV)
AddressMerthyr Vale station, Merthyr Street, Merthyr Vale, Merthyr, CF48 4TE
Managed byAW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on DepartureUnavailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeNo

Other Facilities

ToiletsUnavailable
Baby changeUnavailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomUnavailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Shotts and Merthyr Vale

The travel time between Shotts and Merthyr Vale by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 32 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 49 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Shotts and Merthyr Vale vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 12 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:46, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:23.

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Amenities on trains between Shotts and Merthyr Vale 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 & Merthyr Vale. owever, there are 12 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Shotts and Merthyr Vale.

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