What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Motherwell?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Motherwell is to bus via Edinburgh Airport (EDI) which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Motherwell?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Motherwell is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Motherwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Motherwell. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at High Road via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Motherwell?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Motherwell. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Glasgow Queen Street via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Motherwell?

The distance between Aberdeen and Motherwell is 167 miles. The road distance is 141.5 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Motherwell without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Motherwell without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Motherwell?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Aberdeen to Motherwell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Motherwell bus from?

Aberdeen to Motherwell bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Motherwell train from?

Aberdeen to Motherwell train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Motherwell?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Motherwell is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Motherwell bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Motherwell bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Motherwell train arrive?

Aberdeen to Motherwell train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Motherwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Motherwell is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Aberdeen to Motherwell.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdeen to Motherwell?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Aberdeen to Motherwell?

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Where can I stay near Motherwell?

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Aberdeen to Motherwell - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Aberdeen to Motherwell by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Aberdeen - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
3h 15m
£66–121
Bus via Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Union Street to Edinburgh Airportbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Terminal to Maxim Business Parkbus Air
5h 2m
£22–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
3h 56m
£24–37
Drive 140.6 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Motherwellcar 140.6 mi
2h 35m
£35–50
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Aberdeen - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Motherwelltrain Plymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 9m
£51–125

Aberdeen to Motherwell by train, foot, and bus

106Weekly Services

3h 15mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Motherwell, Scotland?

ScotRail operates a train from Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Street hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 2h 37m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £15–25 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Park's of Hamilton also services this route hourly.

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