The average train between Dunbar and Motherwell takes 1h 53m and the fastest train takes 1h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Dunbar to Motherwell. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Dunbar and Motherwell. The earliest departure is at 6:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dunbar is at 10:35 PM which arrives into Motherwell at 12:23 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Dunbar to Motherwell. However, there are services departing from Dunbar station and arriving at Motherwell station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.
Dunbar to Motherwell train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dunbar station.
Dunbar to Motherwell train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Dunbar to Motherwell train tickets online with ScotRail, TransPennine Express and 2 other operators.
The distance between Dunbar and Motherwell is 95 km. The road distance is 117 km.
You can take a train from Dunbar to Motherwell via Edinburgh Waverley in around 2h 18m.