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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kilwinning to Motherwell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kilwinning to Motherwell will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
To travel from Kilwinning to Motherwell you need to make at least one change.

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Take a train from Kilwinning to Motherwell and enjoy the approximately 47 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 18:27.
Distance 47 km |
First train 5:37 |
Last train 18:27 |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Kilwinning to Motherwell.
The table below shows live departures for Kilwinning to Motherwell trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:35 Kilwinning | 0h52 | 13:27 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:47 Kilwinning | 1h03 | 13:50 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:07 Kilwinning | 1h08 | 14:15 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:18 Kilwinning | 1h00 | 14:18 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:36 Kilwinning | 1h08 | 14:44 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:07 Kilwinning | 1h07 | 15:14 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:19 Kilwinning | 1h04 | 15:23 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:38 Kilwinning | 1h06 | 15:44 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:14 Kilwinning | 0h57 | 16:11 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:35 Kilwinning | 1h10 | 16:45 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:07 Kilwinning | 1h08 | 17:15 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:19 Kilwinning | 0h58 | 17:17 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:35 Kilwinning | 1h13 | 17:48 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:07 Kilwinning | 1h08 | 18:15 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:35 Kilwinning | 1h09 | 18:44 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:12 Kilwinning | 0h58 | 19:10 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:35 Kilwinning | 1h09 | 19:44 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:07 Kilwinning | 1h06 | 20:13 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:35 Kilwinning | 0h47 | 20:22 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:07 Kilwinning | 1h06 | 21:13 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:19 Kilwinning | 0h58 | 21:17 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:42 Kilwinning | 1h02 | 21:44 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:07 Kilwinning | 1h07 | 22:14 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:19 Kilwinning | 1h24 | 22:43 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:07 Kilwinning | 1h08 | 23:15 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:19 Kilwinning | 1h10 | 23:29 Motherwell | 1 change | |
![]() | 23:25 Kilwinning | 6h22 | 5:47 Motherwell | 1 change | |
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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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kilwinning 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 Kilwinning to Motherwell trains use the Kilwinning to Airbles station pair. Use this guide to compare Kilwinning and Motherwell train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kilwinning has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Kilwinning. ATMs are available at Kilwinning.
Ticket office support is available at Kilwinning. 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 Kilwinning: Parking, WC.
Available at Kilwinning: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kilwinning: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This is a Category A station. Level to platforms 2 & 3, steep ramps down to platforms 1 & 4. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 15, 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, Accessible toilets: Yes, 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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