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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Motherwell
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
16 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
19 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Motherwell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Motherwell will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 4 trains that leave Glasgow for Motherwell every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 19 km distance in an average of 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 18 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.
17:070h18Glasgow17:25Motherwell£41One-way0 changes- 9:090h14Glasgow9:23Motherwell£61One-way0 changes
- 8:090h14Glasgow8:23Motherwell£61One-way0 changes
- 8:140h16Glasgow8:30Motherwell£61One-way0 changes
- 9:090h14Glasgow9:23Motherwell£61One-way0 changes
- 8:090h14Glasgow8:23Motherwell£61One-way0 changes
- 8:140h16Glasgow8:30Motherwell£61One-way0 changes
- 17:070h18Glasgow17:25Motherwell£41One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Glasgow to Motherwell
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Motherwell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 19 km
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price |
49m Average total duration Fastest 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glasgow to Motherwell train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Motherwell trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 8:09 Glasgow | 0h14 | 8:23 Motherwell | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:14 Glasgow | 0h16 | 8:30 Motherwell | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:09 Glasgow | 0h14 | 9:23 Motherwell | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Motherwell
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Glasgow to Motherwell run on average 8 times per day, taking around 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 19 km distance in 14m.
Distance 19 km |
Average train duration 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:50 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Scotrail, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, ScotRail, TransPennine Express from Glasgow to Motherwell trainsScotrail, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, ScotRail, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Glasgow and Motherwell from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Glasgow to Motherwell train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Motherwell
Most Glasgow to Motherwell trains use the Glasgow Central to Motherwell station pair, with some services arriving at Airbles. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Motherwell train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central 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 and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Exhibition Centre from Glasgow city centre
Exhibition Centre is 1 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Exhibition Centre train station facilities and services
Exhibition Centre has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exhibition Centre.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exhibition Centre.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exhibition Centre. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exhibition Centre: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exhibition Centre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exhibition Centre: 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, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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 Information Desk on Concourse, 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.
Which Motherwell station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Motherwell from Motherwell city centre
Motherwell train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Motherwell.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Motherwell.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Motherwell: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Motherwell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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.
Getting to Airbles from Motherwell city centre
Airbles train station facilities and services
Airbles has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Airbles.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Airbles: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Airbles: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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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