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Manchester Piccadilly to Shotts train prices and times

Planning a journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Shotts? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$ 32.77, with average prices for this route around AU$ 48.84. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
15:21 4h 17m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	19:38 Shotts	Find Tickets
15:50 4h 1m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	19:51 Shotts	Find Tickets
17:21 4h 38m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	21:59 Shotts	Find Tickets
17:30 5h 50m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	23:20 Shotts	Find Tickets
18:00 5h 50m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	23:50 Shotts	Find Tickets
19:00 11h 43m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	06:43 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Manchester Piccadilly to Shotts train route details

First train

04:57

Last train

20:00

Departure station

Manchester Piccadilly

Arrival station

Shotts

Journey time

3h 54m

Distance

280 km

Price

AU$ 32.77*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, ScotRail

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Shotts

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Shotts during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

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 travellers. You can discover more about Railcards 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 Piccadilly 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 Piccadilly to Shotts ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Shotts more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester Piccadilly to Shotts train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Manchester Piccadilly to Shotts train prices and times

Manchester Piccadilly to Shotts train route details