The average train between Motherwell and South Queensferry takes 1h 16m and the fastest train takes 51 min. The train service runs several times per day from Motherwell to South Queensferry. 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 3 hours between Motherwell and South Queensferry. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Motherwell is at 9:20 PM which arrives into South Queensferry at 10:11 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Motherwell to South Queensferry. However, there are services departing from Motherwell station and arriving at South Queensferry station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.
Motherwell to South Queensferry train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Motherwell station.
Motherwell to South Queensferry train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.
Book your Motherwell to South Queensferry train tickets online with ScotRail and Cross Country.
The distance between Motherwell and South Queensferry is 43.3 km. The road distance is 81 km.
ScotRail operates a train from Motherwell to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 54 min. Cross Country also services this route 3 times a day.