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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 Sept
£213
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£234
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
3 h 52 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
3 h 56 m
Trains on 20 Sept
11
Distance
392 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Motherwell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Motherwell will cost around £234 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £213.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 11 trains from Birmingham to Motherwell, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 392 km distance in an average of 3 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 3 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.










Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Motherwell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, while a flight costs an average of £105.
Distance: 392 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£77 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £105 Average Price | £75 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Motherwell:
A coach is £31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Motherwell costing on average £77.
A coach is £59 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Birmingham to Motherwell costing on average £105.
Other travel options to Motherwell take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 11m.
Coach takes on average 7h 18m.
You'll arrive about 25m sooner (4h 11m by train vs 4h 36m by car). Tickets start at around £77 compared to roughly £75 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Birmingham to Motherwell run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 19:07. The fastest train covers the 392 km distance in 3h 49m.
Distance 392 km |
Average train duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 49m |
First train 4:47 |
Last train 19:07 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Motherwell — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Motherwell trip today.
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 Birmingham to Motherwell by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Motherwell, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Birmingham to Motherwell trains use the Birmingham New Street to Motherwell station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Motherwell train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Birmingham Moor Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham Moor Street. ATMs are available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Moor Street.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Birmingham Moor Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Moor Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Motherwell has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Motherwell.
Wi-Fi is available at Motherwell.
Ticket office support is available at Motherwell. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Motherwell: Parking.
Available at Motherwell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Motherwell: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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