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Trip Overview

The average train between Birmingham and Motherwell takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Birmingham 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.

4h 29m
Duration
281 mi
Distance
£150
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Birmingham to Motherwell train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Birmingham and Motherwell. The earliest departure is at 9:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 7:07 PM which arrives into Motherwell at 11:00 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 3h 53m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 3h 52m • Direct
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    train train 3h 53m • Direct
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    train train 5h 57m • Direct
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    train train 3h 58m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 3h 52m • Direct
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    train train 3h 54m • Direct
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    train train 5h 52m • Direct
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    train train 5h 55m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 3h 58m • Direct
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    train train 3h 52m • Direct
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    train train 3h 52m • Direct
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    train train 5h 50m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 3h 52m • Direct
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    train train 3h 53m • Direct
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    train train 5h 57m • Direct
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    train train 3h 58m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 3h 52m • Direct
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    train train 3h 53m • Direct
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    train train 5h 57m • Direct
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    train train 3h 58m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 3h 52m • Direct
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    train train 3h 53m • Direct
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    train train 5h 57m • Direct
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    train train 3h 58m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Birmingham 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.

Map of how to get from Birmingham to Motherwell.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 281.1 mi
  • Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Motherwell, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Motherwell 4 times a day. Tickets cost £95–150 and the journey takes 3h 53m. Cross Country also services this route 3 times a day.

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