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Cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Motherwell

Showing times and prices for 15 Dec

Cheapest

£5

Average

£5

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.

08:160h15

Glasgow

08:31Motherwell

£51One-way

0 changes

20:000h17

Glasgow

20:17Motherwell

£51One-way

0 changes

Glasgow to Motherwell train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday 15 December

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express \|	08:16 Glasgow	0h15	08:31 Motherwell	0 changesDirect
Cross CountryCross Country \|	20:00 Glasgow	0h17	20:17 Motherwell	0 changesDirect
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Train times from Glasgow to Motherwell

Showing times and prices for 15 Dec

Fastest Journey

15 m

Average

16 m

Trains per day

Distance

19 km

Of the 2 trains that leave Glasgow for Motherwell every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

08:160h15

Glasgow

08:31Motherwell

£51One-way

0 changes

20:000h17

Glasgow

20:17Motherwell

£51One-way

0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Glasgow to Motherwell

Trains from Glasgow to Motherwell run on average 9 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

18 km

Average train duration

16m

Cheapest ticket price

£3

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

14m

First train

05:06

Last train

23:49

Price information

Train companies: ScotRail, TransPennine Express and Virgin Trains trains Glasgow to Motherwell

For as little as £3 you can travel by train from Glasgow to Motherwell with ScotRail, TransPennine Express and Virgin Trains. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this route.

Scotrail is a train operating company in Scotland, providing rail services throughout the country. It operates a wide range of services, from commuter trains to long-distance intercity services. The company operates a variety of train types, including the Class 380, Class 385, Class 156, Class 158 and Class 170. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and comfortable seating. Scotrail also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Off-Peak, and Anytime tickets. The most popular routes for Scotrail include Glasgow to Edinburgh, Glasgow to Inverness, and Edinburgh to Aberdeen.

Glasgow to Motherwell train information with ScotRail:

Average Duration: 24 min
Cheapest Price: £5
ScotRail frequency: 32 a day

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

TransPennine Express from Glasgow to Motherwell train information:

Average Duration: 15 min
Cheapest Price: £3

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Glasgow to Motherwell train information with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 15 min
Cheapest Price: £6
Virgin Trains frequency: 11 a day

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.

East Coast from Glasgow to Motherwell train information:

Average Duration: 15 min
Cheapest Price: £3
East Coast frequency: 1 a day

Cross Country trains are a UK-based train operator that provides services across the country including trains from Glasgow to Motherwell. They offer a range of services, from express services to local services, and have a variety of ticket types to suit different needs. Their express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and CrossCountry XC Trains, offer a fast and comfortable journey, with onboard facilities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Their local services, such as the CrossCountry Regional and CrossCountry Regional Express, provide a more leisurely journey, with stops at smaller stations along the way. They also offer a range of ticket types, such as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets, to suit different budgets and travel needs. The most popular routes for Cross Country trains include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.

Glasgow to Motherwell train information with CrossCountry:

Average Duration: 15 min
Cheapest Price: £31
CrossCountry frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Glasgow to Motherwell train

FAQs: Travel by train from Glasgow to Motherwell easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Glasgow to Motherwell.

Cheap train tickets from Glasgow to Motherwell can start from as little as £3 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Glasgow to Motherwell is £6; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Motherwell from Glasgow is on average 14 min for the 11 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to Motherwell from Glasgow by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Glasgow to Motherwell leaves at 05: 06. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Glasgow to Motherwell leaves at 23: 49.

Yes, there are 9 direct trains a day from Glasgow to Motherwell with Avanti West Coast or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Glasgow to Motherwell, you can count on ScotRail, TransPennine Express, LNER, Avanti West Coast or first_transpennine_express for the best way to get you to Motherwell. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Glasgow and Motherwell and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 49.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Glasgow Central, which is located around 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Motherwell, located 0.2 miles (330 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Motherwell from Glasgow is worth doing with a journey time of 14 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Glasgow to Motherwell by train is April.

Yes, you can take a train between Glasgow and Motherwell.

Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Motherwell

Glasgow

Motherwell

The major train station for departures in Glasgow is Partick. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Partick for your trip from Glasgow to Motherwell.

Partick

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Partick station, Merkland Court, Partick, Glasgow City, G11 6BU

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 23:30 Saturday 05:50 - 23:30 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30

Distance to city center

3 km

Parking

Car Park: No

Dining

Tinderbox
Jelly Hill
German Doner Kabab
Nick's Italian Grill

Accessibility

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
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

Toilets Location: Available between ticket office opening hours
Baby changing facilities: No

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: On each platform

Public transport options for Partick

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Beith Street
Metro: Interchange station for SPT Subway

Mount Vernon Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Address

Mount Vernon station, Hamilton Road, Mount Vernon, Glasgow City, G69 7DB

Distance to city center

8 km

Parking

Car Park: No

Public transport options for Mount Vernon

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on London Road

Argyle Street Shopping

Amenities at train station

Shopping

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Argyle Street station, 35 Argyle Street, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G2 8DL

Phone Number

+44 344 811 0141

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 23:15 Saturday 06:30 - 23:15 Sunday 10:10 - 17:40

Parking

Car Park: No

Dining

Ad Lib (Merchant City)
Pret A Manger
Mono
Best Kebab

Accessibility

Staff help available: Yes
Step free access coverage: No
Step free access note: This is a Category C station. No step free access - escalators & stairs to below ground Island platform
Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
Ramp for train access: No
Wheelchairs available: No
Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No

Hotel

Holiday Inn Express
Premier Inn Glasgow City Centre (George Square) hotel
Millennium Hotel Glasgow
The Brunswick

Public transport options for Argyle Street

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Osborne Street

Anderston

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Anderston station, North Street, Anderston, Glasgow City, G3 8RR

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 23:30 Saturday 06:30 - 23:30 Sunday 09:46 - 18:16 Scottish Bookings only

Parking

Car Park: No

Dining

Kent Fish and Chip Bar
Cafe Toscana
The Coffee Pod
Balti Club

Hotel

Novotel
Radisson Blu Hotel Glasgow
Premier Inn
Alexander Thomson

Public transport options for Anderston

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Argyle Street, outside the Marriot Hotel

Exhibition Centre Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Exhibition Centre (Glasgow) station, Minerva Street, Glasgow, Glasgow City, G3 8LD

Ticket Office Hours

Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 23:10 Saturday 06:25 - 23:10 Sunday 08:25 - 23:25 RJIS - Before 0900 and after 1930 day of travel tickets only - no advance purcha

Distance to city center

1 km

Parking

Car Park: No

Dining

Gloriosa
Kent Fish and Chip Bar
Cafe Toscana
Elena's

Accessibility

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

Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, the toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on the Concourse. Available during Ticket Office opening hours.
Baby changing facilities: No

Hotel

Devoncove Hotel
Premier Inn
Hilton Glasgow
Kelvingrove Hotel

Public transport options for Exhibition Centre

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Minerva Street

Glasgow Central Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Gordon St, Glasgow G1 3SL, United Kingdom

Phone Number

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
Sun: 09:15 - 21:30

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

Lockers

Luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co.

Shopping

Type of shops available: Wide range of shops

Parking

Car Park: Oswald Street NCP Car Park

Dining

Burger King
Krispy Kreme
Gordon St Coffee
Starbucks
Upper Crust
The Beer House
Patisserie Valerie
Alston Bar & Beef

Taxis

Taxi: Taxis are available outside opposite the Gordon Street exit
Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis can be located on Gordon Street.

Accessibility

There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.

Toilets Location: Accessible toilets can be located inside the Gordon Street entrance, use the intercom for access. There is also an accessible toilet on platform 9 opposite the water hydration point. Both toilets are operated with a radar Key Accessible shower is available within the changing places facility.
National key toilets: No
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Hotel

Hotel Indigo Glasgow
Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
voco Grand Central Glasgow

Ticket Office

Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
Sun: 09:15 - 21:30

Public transport options for Glasgow Central

Bus lines: 6, 7, 18, 21, 75, 263, 267, 500 Airport Express
Train lines: West Coast Main Line, ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, LNER, TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up / drop off on Gordon St.

Carmyle

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

Accessibility

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Address

Carmyle station, Carmyle Avenue, Carmyle, Glasgow City, G32 8YS

Distance to city center

7 km

Parking

Car Park: No

Dining

Oriental Garden

Accessibility

Staff help available: No
Step free access coverage: Yes
Step free access note: This is a Category B station. Ramps to both platforms and connecting roadbridge between platforms
Ramp for train access: No
Wheelchairs available: No
Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No

Public transport options for Carmyle