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Manchester to Shotts Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester to Shotts? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as DKK 136.84, with average prices for this route around DKK 203.94.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
08:00 5 hours 18 minutes, Changes required Manchester Victoria	13:18 Shotts	Find Tickets
08:48 4 hours 43 minutes, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	13:31 Shotts	Find Tickets
09:24 4 hours 7 minutes, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	13:31 Shotts	Find Tickets
09:56 3 hours 54 minutes, Changes required Deansgate	13:50 Shotts	Find Tickets
10:00 5 hours 17 minutes, Changes required Manchester Victoria	15:17 Shotts	Find Tickets
10:48 4 hours 42 minutes, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	15:30 Paris	Find Tickets

Manchester to Shotts Train Route Details

First train

04:57

Last train

22:49

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Shotts

Journey time

3 hours 48 minutes

Distance

280 km

Price

DKK 136.84*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Shotts

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester to Shotts. 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester to Shotts for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Manchester to Shotts, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

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 Manchester to Shotts 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, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Manchester to Shotts more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to Shotts 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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Trains from Manchester to Shotts from DKK 136.84

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Manchester to Shotts Train prices and times

Manchester to Shotts Train Route Details