Rome2Rio

How to get fromMotherwell to Elginby train, bus, car, or plane

Find Transport to Elgin

See all options

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Elgintrain train Glasgow Queen Street - Inverness / ...
    5h 37m
    £95–180

  2. Bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus bus Uk093
    2. Take the bus from Inverness Union Street to Elgin West Roadbus bus Ember
    6h 16m
    £39–70

  3. Drive 174 mi

    1. Drive from Motherwell to Elgincar car 174 mi
    3h 35m
    £43–62

  4. Fly, train

    1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)plane plane GLA - INV
    2. Take the train from Inverness Airport to Elgintrain train
    6h 36m
    £107–242

  5. Line 240 bus, bus

    1. Take the bus from Motherwell station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus bus 240
    2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 3bus bus Uk093
    7h 47m
    £39–70

Motherwell to Elgin by bus, foot, and train

Calendar8Weekly Services
Duration5h 37mAverage Duration
Ticket£95Cheapest Price
See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Motherwell to Elgin.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 236.5 mi
  • Duration: 5h 37m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Glasgow Queen Street to Elgin once daily. Tickets cost £95–180 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Motherwell Library to Elgin West Road via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Stance 3, and Inverness Union Street in around 6h 16m.

Airlines
Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides

More Questions & Answers