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Compare train and bus for Motherwell to Glasgow
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Motherwell to Glasgow among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of zł 33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of zł 33, while a train costs an average of zł 33.
Distance: 11 miles (19 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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zł 33 Average price Cheapest | zł 184 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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Tickets start at around zł 33 compared to roughly zł 184 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł 152. The journey takes 29m versus 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Motherwell to Glasgow by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Motherwell to Glasgow is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
W851618:04 AM 0h19 Motherwell station (MTH) 8:23 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) zł 33 1 One-way 0 transfers
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W851618:04 AM 0h19 Motherwell station (MTH) 8:23 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) zł 33 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
W851618:04 AM 0h19 Motherwell station (MTH) 8:23 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) zł 33 1 One-way 0 transfers
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W682658:36 AM 0h21 Motherwell station (MTH) 8:57 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) zł 34 1 One-way 0 transfers
L885368:19 AM 0h30 Motherwell station (MTH) 8:49 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) zł 34 1 One-way 0 transfers
W684868:17 AM 0h36 Motherwell station (MTH) 8:53 AM Glasgow Central (GLC) zł 34 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 11 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Motherwell and Glasgow as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Motherwell station (MTH) and arrive in Glasgow Central (GLC).
- Travel with Scotrail, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry to go to Glasgow by train.
- 11 direct trains per day with Scotrail, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry.
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