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Trip Overview

The average train between Motherwell and Wales takes 6h 26m and the fastest train takes 5h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Motherwell to Wales. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 26m
Duration
367 mi
Distance
£124
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Motherwell to Wales train times

Trains run hourly between Motherwell and Wales. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Motherwell is at 11:58 PM which arrives into Wales at 8:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 6h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 49m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 23m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 53m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 47m • 2 changes
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    LumoAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 50m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 58m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 49m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 48m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 59m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 50m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 50m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 3m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales6h 1m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 47m • 2 changes
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    LumoAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 50m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 58m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 49m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 47m • 2 changes
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    LumoAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 50m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 58m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 49m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 47m • 2 changes
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    LumoAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 50m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 58m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastAvanti West CoastTransport for Wales5h 49m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Motherwell to Wales? 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 Motherwell to Wales.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 367 mi
  • Duration: 6h 26m

What companies run services between Motherwell, Scotland and Wales?

You can take a train from Motherwell to Cardiff Central via Preston and Crewe in around 6h 39m.

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