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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Ellon is to bus via Hamilton Road which costs £14 - £25 and takes 6h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Ellon is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £55.

How far is it from Motherwell to Ellon?

The distance between Motherwell and Ellon is 195 miles. The road distance is 157.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Motherwell to Ellon without a car is to bus which takes 6h 24m and costs £28 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Motherwell to Ellon, including transfers.

Train or bus from Motherwell to Ellon?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Ellon is to bus which takes 6h 24m and costs £28 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £170 and takes 6h 34m.

Can I drive from Motherwell to Ellon?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Ellon is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Motherwell to Ellon.

Where can I stay near Ellon?

There are 521+ hotels available in Ellon.

Motherwell to Ellon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 240 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Motherwell to Ellon by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M9
6h 24m
£29–37
Bus via Hamilton Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus Uk091
6h 28m
£14–24
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeentrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
6h 34m
£39–167
Drive 156.3 mi
1. Drive from Motherwell to Elloncar 156.3 mi
2h 59m
£38–55
Line 240 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Road to Queen Stbus 240
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Inverurietrain Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness
7h 5m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Motherwell to Ellon.

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Distance: 194 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

What companies run services between Motherwell, Scotland and Ellon, Aberdeenshire, Scotland?

Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Union Square Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £21–30 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Park's of Hamilton also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen hourly. Tickets cost £26–85 and the journey takes 2h 43m.

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