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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
£10
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£13
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
42 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
1 h 12 m
Trains on 20 Oct
4
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Motherwell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Motherwell will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Tue 20 Oct, we found 4 trains from Edinburgh to Motherwell, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 1 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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.








Trains from Edinburgh to Motherwell run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 38m.
Distance 53 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 5:33 |
Last train 23:49 |
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Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Motherwell trains for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L88260 · L88643 | On time 14:55 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h21 | 16:16 Motherwell station (MTH) | 1 change | |
C15391 · W69565 · W68478 | On time 15:06 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h31 | 16:37 Motherwell station (MTH) | 2 changes | |
C14669 | On time 15:50 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 0h49 | 16:39 Motherwell station (MTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
L88264 · L88683 | On time 15:59 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h20 | 17:19 Motherwell station (MTH) | 1 change | |
W83002 · W69574 · W68485 | On time 16:04 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h33 | 17:37 Motherwell station (MTH) | 2 changes | |
W84210 · C14930 | 16:24 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h22 | 17:46 Motherwell station (MTH) | 1 change | |
L88268 · L88493 | 16:58 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h18 | 18:16 Motherwell station (MTH) | 1 change | |
W83033 · W69438 · W68493 | On time 17:05 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h29 | 18:34 Motherwell station (MTH) | 2 changes | |
W84261 · L88518 | On time 17:26 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h21 | 18:47 Motherwell station (MTH) | 1 change | |
L87104 | On time 17:49 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h01 | 18:50 Motherwell station (MTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
C14671 | On time 18:30 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h03 | 19:33 Motherwell station (MTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
L88274 · L87092 | On time 19:00 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h07 | 20:07 Motherwell station (MTH) | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 20 October | |||||
![]() | 6:04 Edinburgh | 1h32 | 7:36 Motherwell | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:59 Edinburgh | 1h16 | 11:15 Motherwell | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:59 Edinburgh | 1h16 | 12:15 Motherwell | 0 changesdirect | |
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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.
The most popular day trips by train from Motherwell are Glasgow, Edinburgh, Stirling, Perth and Dundee. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Motherwell on Omio.

Glasgow is Scotland’s largest city, known for grand architecture, a strong music scene and a friendly, direct character. Its industrial past on the Clyde still shapes a city that now balances major museums, lively neighbourhoods and a clear cultural confidence.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 16m.

Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital, known for its medieval Old Town and graceful Georgian streets. Historic landmarks, literary roots and a strong festival culture give the city a distinct, atmospheric character.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 23:27. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 43m.

Stirling is known for royal history, Stirling Castle and the story of William Wallace. Its compact old town and setting by the River Forth give it a lively Scottish character.

Perth is a small Scottish city on the River Tay with strong royal and civic history. Known for its elegant centre and nearby Scone Palace, it feels calm, compact and well placed for exploring central and northern Scotland.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 76 km distance in 1h 39m.

Dundee is a compact Scottish city on the River Tay, known for design, digital creativity and a maritime past. The waterfront and V&A Dundee give it a modern feel, while old streets and university life keep its character grounded.
The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 2h 4m.
CrossCountry Trains and ScotRail offer direct trains from Edinburgh to Motherwell. Daily schedules begin with an early morning departure, and continue with hourly services throughout the day, until the final train from the capital leaves in late evening. Additional indirect services require a change at Bellshill. Journey times range from 40 minutes for the fastest direct trains to around an hour and 30 minutes for indirect routes. Sunday trains from Edinburgh to Motherwell are less frequent, with the first direct service leaving just after 10:00 a.m. Departures are from Edinburgh Waverley Station in the city centre, arriving at Motherwell Station, just north of the town centre.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Motherwell trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Motherwell station pair, with some services arriving at Airbles. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Motherwell train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Edinburgh Waverley 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, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. 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 Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: 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 automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. 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: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, 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.
Airbles has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Airbles.
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, 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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Airbles: Parking.
Available at Airbles: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Airbles: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Accessible to all platforms - ramps to both platforms and connecting roadbridge between platforms, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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