The average train between Aberdeen and Motherwell takes 3h 17m and the fastest train takes 3h. There is a train service every few hours from Aberdeen to Motherwell. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Aberdeen and Motherwell. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Aberdeen is at 8:37 PM which arrives into Motherwell at 11:54 PM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 3h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 15m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Aberdeen to Motherwell? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Motherwell. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen station and arriving at Motherwell station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.
Aberdeen to Motherwell train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.
Aberdeen to Motherwell train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.
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The distance between Aberdeen and Motherwell is 190.3 km. The road distance is 267 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Street hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 2h 37m.