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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Plains is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Plains is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £23 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Motherwell and Plains?

No, there is no direct bus from Motherwell to Plains. However, there are services departing from Easton Place and arriving at Livingston Drive via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Motherwell to Plains?

The distance between Motherwell and Plains is 13 miles. The road distance is 9.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Motherwell to Plains without a car is to line 216 bus which takes 1h 19m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Motherwell to Plains, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Plains bus from?

Motherwell to Plains bus services, operated by McNairn Coaches, depart from Easton Place station.

Where does the Motherwell to Plains bus arrive?

Motherwell to Plains bus services, operated by McNairn Coaches, arrive at Livingston Drive station.

Can I drive from Motherwell to Plains?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Plains is 9 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Motherwell to Plains.

Where can I stay near Plains?

There are 1482+ hotels available in Plains.

Motherwell to Plains - 5 ways to travel via line 216 bus, taxi, car, and bus

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

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Line 216 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Easton Place to Livingston Drivebus 216
1h 19m
Drive 9.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Motherwell to Plainscar 9.3 mi
17 min
£3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Motherwell to Plainstaxi 9.3 mi
17 min
£23–28
Bus, line 216 bus
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Road to Wellwyndbus 42A / ...
2. Take the bus from Bank Street to Livingston Drivebus 216
1h 23m
Line 201 bus, line 216 bus
1. Take the bus from High Road to Bank Streetbus 201
2. Take the bus from Bank Street to Livingston Drivebus 216
1h 38m

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Distance: 13.1 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

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

McNairn Coaches operates a bus from Easton Place to Livingston Drive hourly, and the journey takes 30 min.

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