The average train between Motherwell and Aberdeen takes 3h 37m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Motherwell to Aberdeen. 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 Motherwell and Aberdeen. The earliest departure is at 7:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Motherwell is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Aberdeen at 8:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 3h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Motherwell to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Motherwell station and arriving at Aberdeen station via Aberdeen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.
Motherwell to Aberdeen train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.
Motherwell to Aberdeen train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Aberdeen station.
Book your Motherwell to Aberdeen train tickets online with Cross Country, ScotRail and 2 other operators.
The distance between Motherwell and Aberdeen is 190.3 km. The road distance is 267 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Aberdeen hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 2h 50m.