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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Aviemore is to bus via Pitlochry which costs £23 - £45 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Aviemore is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Motherwell and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct bus from Motherwell to Aviemore station. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Road and arriving at Aviemore station via Buchanan Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct train from Motherwell to Aviemore. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Queen Street and arriving at Aviemore via Stirling. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Motherwell to Aviemore?

The distance between Motherwell and Aviemore is 154 miles. The road distance is 132.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Motherwell to Aviemore without a car is to bus which takes 3h 57m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Motherwell to Aviemore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Aviemore bus from?

Motherwell to Aviemore bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Buchanan Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Aviemore train from?

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

Train or bus from Motherwell to Aviemore?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Aviemore is to bus which takes 3h 57m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Motherwell to Aviemore bus arrive?

Motherwell to Aviemore bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Aviemore station.

Where does the Motherwell to Aviemore train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Motherwell to Aviemore?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Aviemore is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Motherwell to Aviemore.

Where can I stay near Aviemore?

There are 496+ hotels available in Aviemore.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Aviemore stationbus Ember
3h 57m
£30–56
Bus via Pitlochry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to West End Car Parkbus M10
2. Take the bus from West End Car Park to Stationbus Uk093 / ...
4h 34m
£23–41
Train
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Stirlingtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Alloa / ...
2. Take the train from Stirling to Aviemoretrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
4h 31m
£41–100
Drive 131.6 mi
1. Drive from Motherwell to Aviemorecar 131.6 mi
2h 39m
£33–48
Train via Perth
1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
2. Take the train from Perth to Aviemoretrain Edinburgh - Inverness / ...
4h 41m
£47–101

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Distance: 152.8 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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

Ember operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Aviemore station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £14–21 and the journey takes 3h 4m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hamilton Road to Aviemore via Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow Queen Street, and Stirling in around 4h 31m.

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