Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Food available
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£45
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
2 h 24 m
Trains on 05 Sept
21
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle to Motherwell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Motherwell will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 21 trains from Newcastle to Motherwell, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 175 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 33 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.
C31887+
W85194
C31883+
W85190
G80233+
L88269 · L88494
G80219+
L88261 · L88645
G80267+
W84250 · L88496
G01076
G01079
G80227+
C14670
G80214+
L87113
C31948+
C01371Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Motherwell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a flight costs an average of £234.
Distance: 175 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£24 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £234 Average Price |
2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 3m Average total duration 13h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newcastle to Motherwell:
A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newcastle to Motherwell costing on average £24.
A coach is £220 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newcastle to Motherwell costing on average £234.
Other travel options to Motherwell take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 10m.
Flight takes on average 13h 3m.
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Motherwell trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G80214+ L87113 | 12:11 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h28 | 14:39 Motherwell station (MTH) | 1 change | |
C31948+ C01371 | 12:26 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h33 | 14:59 Motherwell station (MTH) | 1 change | |
C31781+ Y14781 | 12:53 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h40 | 15:33 Motherwell station (MTH) | 1 change | |
G80219+ L88645 · L88261 | 13:14 Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h03 | 16:17 Motherwell station (MTH) | 2 changes | |
C31883+ W85190 | 13:26 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h55 | 16:21 Motherwell station (MTH) | 1 change | |
G80227+ C14670 | 14:11 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h27 | 16:38 Motherwell station (MTH) | 1 change | |
C31885+ C01373 | 14:26 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h36 | 17:02 Motherwell station (MTH) | 1 change | |
G01065+ L88470 · W84211 | 14:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h06 | 17:46 Motherwell station (MTH) | 2 changes | |
G80233+ L88269 · L88494 | 15:15 Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h00 | 18:15 Motherwell station (MTH) | 2 changes | |
C31887+ W85194 | 15:26 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h55 | 18:21 Motherwell station (MTH) | 1 change | |
G01068+ C14934 · C15590 | 15:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h08 | 18:48 Motherwell station (MTH) | 2 changes | |
C31800+ W33395 | 15:53 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h59 | 18:52 Motherwell station (MTH) | 1 change | |
G80239+ C14668 | 16:10 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h56 | 19:06 Motherwell station (MTH) | 1 change | |
G01070+ L87109 | 16:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h55 | 19:35 Motherwell station (MTH) | 1 change | |
G80243+ C14898 · L88568 | 17:11 Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h04 | 20:15 Motherwell station (MTH) | 2 changes | |
G01072+ C15591 · L88586 | 17:40 Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h10 | 20:50 Motherwell station (MTH) | 2 changes | |
G01076 | 18:41 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h15 | 20:56 Motherwell station (MTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
C31827+ W33717 | 18:51 Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h03 | 21:54 Motherwell station (MTH) | 1 change | |
G01079 | 19:41 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h17 | 21:58 Motherwell station (MTH) | 0 changesdirect | |
C31834+ W33709 | 19:53 Newcastle station (NCL) | 3h02 | 22:55 Motherwell station (MTH) | 1 change | |
G80267+ W84250 · L88496 | 21:15 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h59 | 0:14 Motherwell station (MTH) | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Newcastle to Motherwell run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:47, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 175 km |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 4:47 |
Last train 21:15 |
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Discover the best of Motherwell — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Motherwell trip today.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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 Newcastle to Motherwell trains use the Newcastle to Motherwell station pair. Use this guide to compare Newcastle and Motherwell train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Newcastle has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Pumpkin Cafe Shop, AMT Coffee, Burger King, The Centurion, Destination 1850, Pasta Station
Free Wi-Fi available in the station. ATMs are the ATM is located within the main station building.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20, Sun: 07:30 - 21:20. Information desks are information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newcastle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Newcastle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle: Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
Nearby hotels include The County Hotel, Newcastle, Hampton by Hilton Newcastle, Royal Station Hotel.
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 options are available at Motherwell.
Wi-Fi is available at Motherwell.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Motherwell: Parking.
Available at Motherwell: Bike Parking.
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.
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