4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Motherwell to Aberdeen
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
3 h 51 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
190 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Motherwell to Aberdeen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Motherwell to Aberdeen will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
Of the 3 trains that leave Motherwell for Aberdeen every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 190 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Motherwell to Aberdeen
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Motherwell to Aberdeen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £44.
Distance: 190 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£47 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Motherwell to Aberdeen train times
The table below shows live departures for Motherwell to Aberdeen trains for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:05 Motherwell | 4h21 | 12:26 Aberdeen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Motherwell to Aberdeen
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Trains from Motherwell to Aberdeen run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 190 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 190 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 20:05 |
Train companies: ScotRail from Motherwell to Aberdeen trainsScotRail trains will get you between Motherwell and Aberdeen from £10. 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
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up/drop off on Airbles Road by Electric bar
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ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibility
HotelLoungeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:15 - 00:00 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent, PhotoMe photo booth
- Car Park: Station Car park
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Muir Street
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LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibility
WCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
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