The average train between Manchester and Motherwell takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester 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 Manchester and Motherwell. The earliest departure is at 4:57 AM at night, and the last departure from Manchester is at 5:26 PM which arrives into Motherwell at 8:22 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester station and arriving at Motherwell station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 59m.
Manchester to Motherwell train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Motherwell train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Manchester to Motherwell train tickets online with TransPennine Express.
The distance between Manchester and Motherwell is 280.4 km. The road distance is 337 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Motherwell every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 3h.
