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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Motherwell is to bus via Buchanan Bus Station which costs £45 - £85 and takes 9h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Motherwell is to fly and train which takes 3h 26m and costs £35 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Motherwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Motherwell. However, there are services departing from Bristol Bus Station and arriving at High Road via Newhall Street and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Motherwell?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Motherwell. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Bristol to Motherwell?

The distance between Bristol and Motherwell is 350 miles. The road distance is 361.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Motherwell without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 36m and costs £130 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Bristol to Motherwell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Motherwell bus from?

Bristol to Motherwell bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Motherwell train from?

Bristol to Motherwell train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Motherwell?

The best way to get from Bristol to Motherwell is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 36m and costs £130 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus via Buchanan Bus Station, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 9h 7m.

Where does the Bristol to Motherwell bus arrive?

Bristol to Motherwell bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where does the Bristol to Motherwell train arrive?

Bristol to Motherwell train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Motherwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Motherwell is 361 miles. It takes approximately 5h 49m to drive from Bristol to Motherwell.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Motherwell?

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Fly Bristol Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
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1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Motherwelltrain
3h 26m
£38–119
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Motherwelltrain
6h 36m
£131–243
Bus via Buchanan Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
9h 7m
£50–83
Drive 359.1 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Motherwellcar 359.1 mi
5h 49m
£88–127
Fly Bristol Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Motherwelltrain
4h 37m
£62–152
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
4h 31m
£83–181
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane SOU - GLA
5h 8m
£82–246
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Motherwelltrain Plymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
7h 24m
£250–360
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
10h 11m
£69–172

Bristol to Motherwell by train

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Distance: 347.8 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Motherwell, Scotland?

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Motherwell via Birmingham New Street and Carlisle in around 6h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bristol Bus Station to High Road via Newhall Street and Buchanan Bus Station in around 9h 7m.

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