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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Edinburgh to Motherwell

Composite routes from Edinburgh to Motherwell

Cheapest
46 min
Car
59 km.
from $3

Transport providers

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Edinburgh to Motherwell
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.34

Bus operators

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Princes Street to Maxim
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

First Greater Glasgow

Phone:
+44 141 420 7600
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/greater-glasgow
Bus from Dyfrig Street to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Bus from Maxim Business Park to Pollock
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Hourly

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Motherwell
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.04–$82.28

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Motherwell
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$18.99–$40.50
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Shotts
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$26.58

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Motherwell?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Motherwell is to rideshare which costs $8.88 and takes 1h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Motherwell?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Motherwell is to drive which takes 45 min and costs $10.87 - $17.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Motherwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Motherwell. However, there are services departing from Princes Street and arriving at Pollock Street via Maxim Business Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Motherwell?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Motherwell. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Motherwell?

The distance between Edinburgh and Motherwell is 70 km. The road distance is 59.3 km.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Motherwell without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Motherwell without a car is to train which takes 50 min and costs $16.30 - $70.65 .

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Motherwell?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Motherwell takes 50 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Motherwell bus from?

Edinburgh to Motherwell bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Motherwell train from?

Edinburgh to Motherwell train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Motherwell?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Motherwell is to train which takes 50 min and costs $16.30 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 242 bus, which costs and takes 2h 11m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Motherwell bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Motherwell bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, arrive at Maxim Business Park station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Motherwell train arrive?

Edinburgh to Motherwell train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Motherwell station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Motherwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Motherwell is 59 km. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Edinburgh to Motherwell.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Motherwell?

Book your Edinburgh to Motherwell train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Motherwell?

There are 1032+ hotels available in Motherwell. Prices start at $63.38 per night.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh to Motherwell?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh and Motherwell. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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