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Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life
Industrial heritage museum with Scottish locomotives, engineering displays and station buildings. A strong choice for families and transport enthusiasts.
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£19
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£19
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
5 h 21 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
5 h 21 m
Buses on 20 Oct
1
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Newcastle to Motherwell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Motherwell will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
On Tue 20 Oct, we found 1 buses from Newcastle to Motherwell, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 175 km distance in an average of 5 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 21 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Buses from Newcastle to Motherwell run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:45, the last at 21:35. The fastest coach covers the 175 km distance in 3h 28m.
Distance 175 km |
Average bus duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 28m |
First bus 2:45 |
Last bus 21:35 |
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Best time to book 7 days |
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Motherwell coaches for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 14:55 Newcastle | 5h21 | 20:16 Motherwell | 0 changesdirect | |
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Industrial heritage museum with Scottish locomotives, engineering displays and station buildings. A strong choice for families and transport enthusiasts.
Museum set in grand country-house rooms with collections on local history, decorative arts and the people of North Lanarkshire.
Museum and visitor centre at New Lanark exploring cotton-mill life, social reform and village history. It makes an excellent heritage day trip from Motherwell.
Large country park with woodland walks, wildlife, formal grounds and a Japanese garden. It is one of the area’s best places for a relaxed outdoor visit.
Historic estate park with riverside paths, ornamental gardens and woodland. It offers peaceful walks and easy access to Dalzell House.
Lochside park with walking routes, birdlife and broad views. It is a local favourite for a gentle stroll close to the town centre.
A hearty Scottish soup of lentils, root vegetables and usually ham or mutton. It is a staple home-cooked dish across Lanarkshire and the wider Central Belt.
Minced beef in rich gravy topped with mashed potatoes and baked until golden. A familiar comfort dish in Scottish homes and traditional pubs.
Savoury minced offal, oats, suet and spices cooked in a casing. Scotland’s national dish is widely eaten on Burns Night and year-round.
Traditional Italian restaurant known for pasta, pizza and classic mains in a relaxed family setting popular with locals.
Modern bar and grill at Dakota Eurocentral with polished interiors, steaks and classic Scottish-influenced dishes in a smart atmosphere.
Well-known local Indian restaurant serving curries, tandoori dishes and takeaway favourites in an unfussy setting.
Moderate for the UK. Meals and coffee are reasonable, while hotels often cost less than in Glasgow or Edinburgh. Local rail and bus costs are manageable for visitors.
Restaurants often add no service charge, so 10-12.5% is polite for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle to Motherwell by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Motherwell, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Newcastle to Motherwell buses use the Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street to station pair. Use this guide to compare Newcastle and Motherwell bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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