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Compare coach and train for Motherwell to Dundee
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Motherwell to Dundee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 98 km
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2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Motherwell to Dundee by coach or train
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Why should you book Motherwell to Dundee trains with Omio?
ScotRail operates all trains services from Motherwell to Dundee.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Motherwell to Dundee.
Why book with Omio vs ScotRail?
- 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 and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Motherwell to Dundee.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Motherwell to Dundee.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Motherwell to Dundee
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Motherwell to Dundee run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 21:57. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 2h 17m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 05:41 |
Last train 21:57 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £9
Train companies: ScotRail from Motherwell to Dundee trainsScotRail trains will get you between Motherwell and Dundee from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ScotRail
About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 17m
Cheapest Price
£25
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, designated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions mentioned above
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks, some stations have catering facilities
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free but optional, recommended during peak times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, dogs allowed with ticket (£1-£3), maximum 2 dogs per passenger, assistance dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Motherwell to Dundee train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Motherwell to Dundee 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 Dundee, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Motherwell to Dundee can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £25, while the average price tends to be around £25.
The train journey from Motherwell to Dundee covers a distance of 98 km and takes approximately 2h 17m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Motherwell to Dundee is 98 km.
The first train from Motherwell to Dundee leaves at 5:41.
The last train from Motherwell to Dundee departs at 21:57.
Trains from Motherwell to Dundee run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Motherwell to Dundee.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Motherwell to Dundee.
To get from Motherwell to Dundee, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Motherwell to Dundee.
The train station in Motherwell that goes to Dundee is Motherwell station (MTH), and it arrives at Dundee station (DEE).
The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Dundee is by coach, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Motherwell to Dundee in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Motherwell to Dundee offers a scenic view, as it passes through picturesque Scottish landscapes, including rolling hills, lush countryside, and views of the River Tay as you approach Dundee.
A day trip from Motherwell to Dundee is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 17m and there are only 3 trains per day.
In Dundee, you can explore the vibrant Dundee Contemporary Arts for exhibitions and cinema, visit the family-friendly Camperdown Wildlife Centre, or relax at Broughty Ferry Beach. Stargaze at Mills Observatory, the UK's only full-time public observatory, or enjoy the rejuvenated Dundee Waterfront with its shops and restaurants. Don't miss the V&A Dundee, Discovery Point with the RRS Discovery ship, The McManus museum and art gallery, panoramic views from Dundee Law, and the Verdant Works jute mill museum.
You typically need 2 to 3 days in Dundee to explore its key attractions, such as the V&A Dundee, Discovery Point, and the Dundee Law, while also enjoying the local culture and dining options.
Yes, you can take the train from Motherwell to Dundee.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Motherwell and Dundee
Motherwell
Dundee
The major train station for departures in Motherwell is Motherwell. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Motherwell for your trip from Motherwell to Dundee.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:15 - 00:00 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent, PhotoMe photo booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car park
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 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Motherwell
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Muir Street
Airbles
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Accessibility
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Airbles
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus pick up/drop off on Airbles Road by Electric bar
The major train station for arrivals in Dundee is Dundee. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Dundee for your journey to Dundee from Motherwell.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibility
WCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 19:30 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 19:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent. PhotoMe photo booth.
Parking
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
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 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: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the platform. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Dundee
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby on Riverside Drive, 200 yards from the station entrance
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