The average train between Motherwell and Aviemore takes 3h 50m and the fastest train takes 3h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Motherwell to Aviemore. 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 every 2 hours between Motherwell and Aviemore. The earliest departure is at 6:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Motherwell is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Aviemore at 7:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 3h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 13m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Motherwell to Aviemore? 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 Motherwell to Aviemore. However, there are services departing from Motherwell station and arriving at Aviemore station via Stirling. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.
Motherwell to Aviemore train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.
Motherwell to Aviemore train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Aviemore station.
Book your Motherwell to Aviemore train tickets online with ScotRail, TransPennine Express and 3 other operators.
The distance between Motherwell and Aviemore is 156.5 km. The road distance is 254 km.
You can take a train from Motherwell to Aviemore via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Stirling in around 4h 32m.