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

The cheapest way to get from Ratho to Motherwell is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ratho to Motherwell is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Ratho and Motherwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Ratho station to Motherwell. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Mill Road via Maxim Business Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Ratho and Motherwell?

No, there is no direct train from Ratho to Motherwell. However, there are services departing from Gogarburn and arriving at Motherwell via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Ratho to Motherwell?

The distance between Ratho and Motherwell is 33 miles. The road distance is 30.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ratho to Motherwell without a car is to bus and line 242 bus which takes 1h 21m and costs £7 - £14.

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

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Ratho to Motherwell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ratho to Motherwell bus from?

Ratho to Motherwell bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Station Road.

Where do I catch the Ratho to Motherwell train from?

Ratho to Motherwell train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, depart from Gogarburn station.

Where does the Ratho to Motherwell bus arrive?

Ratho to Motherwell bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Maxim Business Park station.

Where does the Ratho to Motherwell train arrive?

Ratho to Motherwell train services, operated by Edinburgh Trams, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Ratho to Motherwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Ratho to Motherwell is 30 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Ratho to Motherwell.

Where can I stay near Motherwell?

There are 1367+ hotels available in Motherwell.

Ratho to Motherwell - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 242 bus, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Ratho to Motherwell by bus, tram, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, line 242 bus
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1. Take the bus from Station Road to Maxim Business Parkbus Air / ...
2. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Mill Roadbus 242 / ...
1h 21m
£8–13
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Gogarburn to Haymarkettram T50
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Motherwelltrain Plymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 4m
£19–34
Drive 30 mi
1. Drive from Ratho to Motherwellcar 30 mi
36 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ratho to Motherwelltaxi 30 mi
36 min
£65–80

Ratho to Motherwell by bus, tram, and train

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2h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 32.3 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Station Road to Mill Road via Maxim Business Park in around 1h 21m.

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