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

The cheapest way to get from Linlithgow to Motherwell is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Linlithgow to Motherwell is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Linlithgow and Motherwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Linlithgow to Motherwell. However, there are services departing from Cross and arriving at Pollock Street via Murrayfield Road and Maxim Business Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Linlithgow and Motherwell?

No, there is no direct train from Linlithgow to Motherwell. However, there are services departing from Linlithgow and arriving at Motherwell via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Linlithgow to Motherwell?

The distance between Linlithgow and Motherwell is 43 miles. The road distance is 24.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Linlithgow to Motherwell without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £17 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Linlithgow to Motherwell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linlithgow to Motherwell bus from?

Linlithgow to Motherwell bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from Cross station.

Where do I catch the Linlithgow to Motherwell train from?

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

Train or bus from Linlithgow to Motherwell?

The best way to get from Linlithgow to Motherwell is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £17 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus and line 242 bus, which costs and takes 2h 38m.

Where does the Linlithgow to Motherwell bus arrive?

Linlithgow to Motherwell bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Murrayfield Road station.

Where does the Linlithgow to Motherwell train arrive?

Linlithgow to Motherwell train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Linlithgow to Motherwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Linlithgow to Motherwell is 24 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Linlithgow to Motherwell.

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

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Linlithgow to Motherwell - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 31 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Linlithgow to Motherwell by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Linlithgow to Glasgow Queen StreetEdinburgh - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to MotherwellGlasgow Central - Lanark / ...
1h 17m
£18–92
Drive 23.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Linlithgow to Motherwell23.9 mi
33 min
£6–9
Line 31 bus, train, line 201 bus
1. Take the bus from Cross to Gordon Avenue31
2. Take the train from Bathgate to Airdrie
3. Take the bus from Callon Street to Muir Street201
1h 51m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Linlithgow to Motherwell23.9 mi
33 min
£50–65
Line 31 bus, train, line 42 bus
1. Take the bus from Cross to Gordon Avenue31
2. Take the train from Bathgate to Airdrie
3. Take the bus from Devonview Street to Watson Street42 / ...
1h 55m
Bus, line 242 bus
1. Take the bus from Cross to Murrayfield RoadX38
2. Take the bus from Murrayfield Road to Maxim Business Park900
3. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Pollock Street242
2h 38m

Linlithgow to Motherwell by train and foot

263Weekly Services

1h 17mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 42.9 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

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

You can take a train from Linlithgow to Motherwell via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 1h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cross to Pollock Street via Murrayfield Road and Maxim Business Park in around 2h 38m.

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