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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Linlithgow is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Linlithgow is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Motherwell and Linlithgow?

No, there is no direct bus from Motherwell to Linlithgow. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Road and arriving at Cross via Maxim Business Park and Haymarket Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Linlithgow?

No, there is no direct train from Motherwell to Linlithgow. However, there are services departing from Motherwell and arriving at Linlithgow via Cumbernauld. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Motherwell to Linlithgow?

The distance between Motherwell and Linlithgow is 29 miles. The road distance is 23.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Motherwell to Linlithgow without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £12 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Motherwell to Linlithgow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Linlithgow bus from?

Motherwell to Linlithgow bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Hamilton Road station.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Linlithgow train from?

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

Train or bus from Motherwell to Linlithgow?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Linlithgow is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £12 - £24. Alternatively, you can line 242 bus and bus, which costs £15 - £23 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Motherwell to Linlithgow bus arrive?

Motherwell to Linlithgow bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Maxim Business Park station.

Where does the Motherwell to Linlithgow train arrive?

Motherwell to Linlithgow train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Cumbernauld station.

Can I drive from Motherwell to Linlithgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Linlithgow is 24 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Motherwell to Linlithgow.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Cumbernauldtrain Dalmuir - Cumbernauld / ...
2. Take the train from Cumbernauld to Linlithgowtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh
1h 48m
£12–23
Drive 23.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Motherwell to Linlithgowcar 23.5 mi
35 min
£6–9
Line 240 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Motherwell station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 240
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Linlithgowtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Edinburgh / ...
2h 28m
£18–30
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Motherwell to Linlithgowtaxi 23.5 mi
35 min
£50–65
Line 242 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Road to Maxim Business Parkbus 242 / ...
2. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Haymarket Stationbus 900
3. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to Crossbus X38
3h 9m
£15–22

Motherwell to Linlithgow by train

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Distance: 29.2 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

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

You can take a train from Motherwell to Linlithgow via Cumbernauld in around 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hamilton Road to Cross via Maxim Business Park and Haymarket Station in around 3h 9m.

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