How to get from Motherwell to Dundee by train?

From Motherwell to Dundee by train

To get from Motherwell to Dundee in Scotland, take the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train from Motherwell station to Glasgow Central station. Next, take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Queen Street station to Dundee station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 15 min.

135min
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Train - SCOTRAIL
Walk to Dundee
Leaves from Motherwell

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Motherwell
  • 2
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Glasgow Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Glasgow Central
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Queen Street
    500 m • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Aberdeen
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dundee
    90 min
  • 7
    Walk to Dundee
    Walk to
    Dundee
    300 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Motherwell to Dundee by train via CROSSCOUNTRY and SCOTRAIL

To get from Motherwell to Dundee in Scotland, take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Motherwell station to Haymarket station. Next, take the SCOTRAIL train from Haymarket station to Dundee station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 28 min.

148min
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Train - SCOTRAIL
Walk to Dundee
Leaves from Motherwell

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Motherwell
  • 2
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Haymarket
    46 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Dundee
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dundee
    79 min
  • 6
    Walk to Dundee
    Walk to
    Dundee
    300 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Motherwell to Dundee

The distance between Motherwell, Scotland and Dundee, Scotland is approximately 155.35 km, which can typically be travelled in 135 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Motherwell to Dundee by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Scotland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Motherwell

Motherwell is located at Motherwell, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Milton Street, Motherwell.

Train stations close to Motherwell:

  • Chatelherault

Bus stations close to Motherwell:

  • Milton Street, Motherwell
  • Muir Street, Motherwell
  • Pollock Street, Motherwell

Public transport stations close to Dundee, Scotland

Dundee is located at Dundee, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Crichton Street, Dundee City Centre.

Train stations close to Dundee:

  • Dundee

Bus stations close to Dundee:

  • Crichton Street, Dundee City Centre
  • High Street, Dundee City Centre
  • Whitehall Street, Dundee City Centre

Related Routes

Alternative route from Motherwell to Dundee by train via CROSSCOUNTRY and SCOTRAIL

To get from Motherwell to Dundee in Scotland, take the CROSSCOUNTRY train from Motherwell station to Haymarket station. Next, take the SCOTRAIL train from Haymarket station to Dundee station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 28 min.

148min
Train - CROSSCOUNTRY
Train - SCOTRAIL
Walk to Dundee
Leaves from Motherwell

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Motherwell
  • 2
    Train - CROSSCOUNTRYCROSSCOUNTRY
    Wait for train
    CROSSCOUNTRY
    Plymouth
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Haymarket
    46 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Dundee
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Dundee
    79 min
  • 6
    Walk to Dundee
    Walk to
    Dundee
    300 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Motherwell to Dundee?

    The fastest way takes 135 minutes, using Bus line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, Bus line SCOTRAIL.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Motherwell to Dundee?

    The alternative route takes 148 minutes, using Bus line CROSSCOUNTRY, Bus line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Dundee in Scotland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 15 min.

  • Which train line goes from Motherwell to Dundee in Scotland?

    The TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train line goes from Glasgow Central station near Motherwell to Glasgow Central station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Glasgow Central station near Dundee in Scotland

  • How long does it take to travel from Motherwell to Dundee in Scotland by train?

    The total travel time between Motherwell and Dundee in Scotland by train is about 2 hr 15 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Motherwell to get to Dundee in Scotland?

    Get on the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train from the Glasgow Central station near Motherwell in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Motherwell and Dundee in Scotland?

    Get off the train at the Glasgow Central station, which is closest to Dundee in Scotland.