12:023h56Motherwell15:58Aberdeen£1031One-way0 changes
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10:003h49Motherwell13:49Aberdeen£1031One-way0 changes
12:023h56Motherwell15:58Aberdeen£1031One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Motherwell to Aberdeen
The cheapest option from Motherwell to Aberdeen is coach, with an average price of £14. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Motherwell to Aberdeen among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 190 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£84 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest option | £327 Average Price |
3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 41m Average total duration 7h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Motherwell to Aberdeen by coach, train or flight
Compare coach, train and flight 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.
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Why should you book Motherwell to Aberdeen trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Scotrail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Scotrail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Motherwell to Aberdeen.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Scotrail with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Motherwell to Aberdeen.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Motherwell to Aberdeen.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Motherwell to Aberdeen.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Motherwell to Aberdeen
Typically, there are 3 trains per day from Motherwell to Aberdeen, including direct trains, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 190 km distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 190 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Lowest ticket price £37 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 20:41 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Scotrail, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, TransPennine Express from Motherwell to Aberdeen trainsScotrail, Cross Country, Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Motherwell and Aberdeen from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Motherwell to Aberdeen train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Motherwell to Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Motherwell and Aberdeen
Most Motherwell to Aberdeen trains use the Motherwell to Aberdeen station pair. Use this guide to compare Motherwell and Aberdeen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Motherwell station do trains to Aberdeen leave from?
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.
Which Aberdeen station do trains from Motherwell arrive at?
Getting to Aberdeen from Aberdeen city centre
Aberdeen train station facilities and services
Aberdeen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Silver Darling, Moonfish Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Aberdeen. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Aberdeen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aberdeen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Aberdeen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aberdeen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Residence Inn Aberdeen, Hilton Aberdeen TECA, Jurys Inn Aberdeen.
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