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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Dunbar is to bus which costs £13 - £19 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Dunbar is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Motherwell and Dunbar?

No, there is no direct bus from Motherwell to Dunbar. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Road and arriving at High Street via Maxim Business Park and Princes Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Dunbar?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Motherwell and arriving at Dunbar. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Motherwell to Dunbar?

The distance between Motherwell and Dunbar is 65 miles. The road distance is 65.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Motherwell to Dunbar without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £35 - £85.

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

The train from Motherwell to Dunbar takes 1h 12m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Dunbar bus from?

Motherwell to Dunbar bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Maxim Business Park station.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Dunbar train from?

Motherwell to Dunbar train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Motherwell station.

Train or bus from Motherwell to Dunbar?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Dunbar is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £19 and takes 3h.

Where does the Motherwell to Dunbar bus arrive?

Motherwell to Dunbar bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Motherwell to Dunbar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Motherwell to Dunbar?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Dunbar is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Motherwell to Dunbar.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunbar?

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Motherwell to Dunbar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Motherwell to Dunbar by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to DunbarGlasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
1h 12m
£35–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Princes Street900
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to High StreetX7 / ...
3h
£13–18
Drive 65.4 mi
1. Drive from Motherwell to Dunbar65.4 mi
1h 10m
£17–24
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holytown to Edinburgh WaverleyGlasgow Central - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Waterloo Place to High StreetX7 / ...
3h 12m
£16–21

Motherwell to Dunbar by train

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Distance: 64.8 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Motherwell to Dunbar once a week. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hamilton Road to High Street via Maxim Business Park and Princes Street in around 3h.

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