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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Arbroath is to bus via Overgate which costs £18 - £29 and takes 3h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Arbroath is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Motherwell and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct bus from Motherwell to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Road and arriving at Arbroath Burnside Drive via Buchanan Bus Station and Dundee South Marketgait. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Arbroath?

No, there is no direct train from Motherwell to Arbroath. However, there are services departing from Motherwell and arriving at Arbroath via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Motherwell to Arbroath?

The distance between Motherwell and Arbroath is 113 miles. The road distance is 92 miles.

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

The best way to get from Motherwell to Arbroath without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Motherwell to Arbroath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Arbroath bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Arbroath train from?

Motherwell to Arbroath train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Glasgow Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Motherwell to Arbroath?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Arbroath is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus via Overgate, which costs £18 - £29 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Motherwell to Arbroath bus arrive?

Motherwell to Arbroath bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Overgate station.

Where does the Motherwell to Arbroath train arrive?

Motherwell to Arbroath train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Arbroath station.

Can I drive from Motherwell to Arbroath?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Arbroath is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Motherwell to Arbroath.

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

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Where can I stay near Arbroath?

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There are 4 ways to get from Motherwell to Arbroath by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Arbroathtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Aberdeen / ...
3h 10m
£38–73
Bus via Overgate
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Arbroath Burnside Drivebus Ember
3h 52m
£18–29
Drive 91.5 mi
1. Drive from Motherwell to Arbroathcar 91.5 mi
1h 53m
£23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Dundee stationbus Ember
2. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Arbroath Burnside Drivebus Ember
4h 2m
£19–29

Motherwell to Arbroath by train and foot

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3h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 112.6 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Arbroath hourly. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hamilton Road to Arbroath Burnside Drive via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Dundee South Marketgait in around 3h 52m.

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