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 £7 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 train which takes 41 min and costs £9 - £75.

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 Watson Street via Maxim Business Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

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 41 min.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Motherwell?

The distance between Edinburgh and Motherwell is 36 miles. The road distance is 36.8 miles.

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 41 min and costs £9 - £75.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Motherwell takes 41 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 Coaches Ltd, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Motherwell train from?

Edinburgh to Motherwell train services, operated by Cross Country, 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 41 min and costs £9 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus and line 242 bus, which costs and takes 1h 56m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Motherwell bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Motherwell train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Motherwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Motherwell is 37 miles. It takes approximately 47 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 1206+ hotels available in Motherwell.

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.

Edinburgh to Motherwell - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 242 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Motherwell by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to MotherwellPlymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
41 min
£9–75
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh to Motherwell36.4 mi
1h 4m
£7
Bus, line 242 bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Maxim Business Park900
2. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Watson Street242
1h 56m
Drive 36.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Motherwell36.6 mi
47 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Edinburgh to Motherwell36.6 mi
47 min
£100–130

Edinburgh to Motherwell by train

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Distance: 36.1 mi
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Motherwell, Scotland?

Cross Country operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Motherwell 3 times a day. Tickets cost £9–13 and the journey takes 41 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Princes Street to Watson Street via Maxim Business Park in around 1h 56m.

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