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

The cheapest way to get from Rothesay to Motherwell is to ferry and bus which costs £11 - £29 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rothesay to Motherwell is to ferry and train which takes 2h 33m and costs £18 - £50.

How far is it from Rothesay to Motherwell?

The distance between Rothesay and Motherwell is 51 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rothesay to Motherwell without a car is to ferry and train which takes 2h 33m and costs £18 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Rothesay to Motherwell, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Motherwell?

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Rothesay to Motherwell - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Rothesay to Motherwell by ferry, train, or bus

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Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Rothesay Ferry Terminal to Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminalferry Cm3
2. Take the train from Wemyss Bay to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Motherwelltrain
2h 33m
£18–46
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Rothesay Ferry Terminal to Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminalferry Cm3
2. Take the bus from Wemyss Bay Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 906 / ...
2h 46m
£11–29
Ferry, bus, line 240 bus
1. Take the ferry from Rothesay Ferry Terminal to Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminalferry Cm3
2. Take the bus from Wemyss Bay Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 906 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Pollock Streetbus 240
3h 44m
£14–30

Rothesay to Motherwell by ferry and train

184Weekly Services

2h 33mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 50.6 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

There is no direct connection from Rothesay to Motherwell. However, you can take the ferry to Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal, walk to Wemyss Bay, take the train to Glasgow Central, then take the train to Motherwell. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Rothesay Ferry Terminal to High Road via Wemyss Bay Ferry Terminal, Wemyss Bay Station, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 46m.

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