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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Giffnock is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Giffnock is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £70 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Motherwell and Giffnock?

No, there is no direct bus from Motherwell to Giffnock station. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Road and arriving at Railway Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Giffnock?

No, there is no direct train from Motherwell to Giffnock. However, there are services departing from Motherwell and arriving at Giffnock via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Motherwell to Giffnock?

The distance between Motherwell and Giffnock is 18 miles. The road distance is 16 miles.

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

The best way to get from Motherwell to Giffnock without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs £5 - £14.

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

It takes approximately 59 min to get from Motherwell to Giffnock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Giffnock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Giffnock train from?

Motherwell to Giffnock train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Motherwell station.

Train or bus from Motherwell to Giffnock?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Giffnock is to train which takes 59 min and costs £5 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus and line 4 bus, which costs £7 - £10 and takes 1h 12m.

Where does the Motherwell to Giffnock bus arrive?

Motherwell to Giffnock bus services, operated by First Greater Glasgow, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Motherwell to Giffnock train arrive?

Motherwell to Giffnock train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Motherwell to Giffnock?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Giffnock is 16 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Motherwell to Giffnock.

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

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Motherwell to Giffnock - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 4 bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Glasgow Centraltrain Lanark - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Giffnocktrain Glasgow Central - East Kilbride
59 min
£5–14
Drive 15.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Motherwell to Giffnockcar 15.9 mi
21 min
£4–6
Bus, line 4 bus
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 4
1h 12m
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Motherwell to Giffnocktaxi 15.9 mi
21 min
£70–90
Bus, line 4 bus via Muir Street
1. Take the bus from Muir Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X5
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 4
1h 13m
£5–6

Motherwell to Giffnock by train

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Distance: 18 mi
Duration: 59 min

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

You can take a train from Motherwell to Giffnock via Glasgow Central in around 59 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hamilton Road to Railway Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 1h 12m.

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