What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 6h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell?

The fastest way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £75 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Motherwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell. However, there are services departing from Manchester Airport and arriving at High Road via Shudehill Interchange and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Motherwell?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Airport and arriving at Motherwell. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell?

The distance between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Motherwell is 221 miles. The road distance is 210.5 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £75 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell?

The train from Manchester Airport to Motherwell takes 3h 16m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell bus from?

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell train from?

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Airport station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell?

The best way to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 6h 3m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell bus arrive?

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell train arrive?

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Motherwell station.

Can I drive from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell?

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Where can I stay near Motherwell?

There are 1372+ hotels available in Motherwell.

Can I share a ride from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Motherwell. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 7 ways to get from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell by train, bus, rideshare, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Motherwelltrain Manchester Airport - Glasgow Central
3h 16m
£75–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
6h 3m
£29–48
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester-MAN to Motherwellrideshare 209.3 mi
3h 22m
Drive 209.3 mi
1. Drive from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwellcar 209.3 mi
3h 22m
£51–73
Fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane MAN - GLA
3h 34m
£53–139
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Motherwelltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 45m
£45–139
Fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane MAN - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Motherwelltrain
5h 6m
£68–161

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Motherwell by train

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Distance: 219.5 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Manchester Airport (MAN), England and Motherwell, Scotland?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Airport to Motherwell every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 3h 16m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £24–40 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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