The average train between Motherwell and West Lothian takes 1h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h. The train service runs several times per day from Motherwell to West Lothian. 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 West Lothian. 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 West Lothian at 10:56 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Motherwell to West Lothian. However, there are services departing from Motherwell station and arriving at West Lothian station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.
Motherwell to West Lothian train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Motherwell station.
Motherwell to West Lothian train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.
Book your Motherwell to West Lothian train tickets online with ScotRail and Cross Country.
The distance between Motherwell and West Lothian is 33.8 km. The road distance is 87 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.