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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Edinburgh is to rideshare which costs £7 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Edinburgh is to train which takes 42 min and costs £11 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Motherwell and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Motherwell to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Road and arriving at Princes Street via Maxim Business Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Motherwell and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Motherwell to Edinburgh?

The distance between Motherwell and Edinburgh is 36 miles. The road distance is 37.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Motherwell to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £11 - £28.

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

The train from Motherwell to Edinburgh Waverley takes 42 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Edinburgh bus from?

Motherwell to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, depart from Hamilton Road station.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Edinburgh train from?

Motherwell to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Motherwell station.

Train or bus from Motherwell to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Edinburgh is to train which takes 42 min and costs £11 - £28. Alternatively, you can line 242 bus and bus, which costs £9 - £17 and takes 1h 52m.

Where does the Motherwell to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Motherwell to Edinburgh bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Maxim Business Park station.

Where does the Motherwell to Edinburgh train arrive?

Motherwell to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Motherwell to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Edinburgh is 37 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Motherwell to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2837+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Can I share a ride from Motherwell to Edinburgh?

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

Motherwell to Edinburgh - 6 ways to travel via train, line 242 bus, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Motherwell to Edinburgh by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
42 min
£11–28
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Motherwell to Edinburghrideshare 37.2 mi
1h 5m
£7
Line 242 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Road to Maxim Business Parkbus 242 / ...
2. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Princes Streetbus 900
1h 52m
£9–16
Line 266 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Watson Street to Shotts Stationbus 266
2. Take the train from Shotts to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Glasgow Central - Edinburgh / ...
2h 5m
£15–26
Drive 37.2 mi
1. Drive from Motherwell to Edinburghcar 37.2 mi
48 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Motherwell to Edinburghtaxi 37.2 mi
48 min
£240–290

Motherwell to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 36.1 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

Cross Country operates a train from Motherwell to Edinburgh Waverley 3 times a day. Tickets cost £19–27 and the journey takes 42 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hamilton Road to Princes Street via Maxim Business Park in around 1h 52m.

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