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How to get from Dunfermline to Motherwell by bus and train?

From Dunfermline to Motherwell by bus and train

To get from Dunfermline to Motherwell in Motherwell, take the X24 bus from Bus Station, Dunfermline station to Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow station. Next, take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Glasgow Central station to Motherwell station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 54 min.

114min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X24X24
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Leaves from Bus Station, Dunfermline

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Dunfermline
    ID 6500D9991
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - X24X24
    Wait for bus
    X24
    Glasgow
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow
    ID 60903720
    74 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Central
    0.57 mi • 12 min
  • 5
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    Birmingham International
  • 6
    Ride to train station Motherwell
    Ride to train station
    Motherwell
    17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Dunfermline to Motherwell by bus and train via X24, 500 and SCOTRAIL

To get from Dunfermline to Motherwell in Motherwell, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the X24 bus from Bus Station, Dunfermline station to Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 500 bus and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Central station to Motherwell station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 6 min.

126min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X24X24
Bus - 500500
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Bus Station, Dunfermline

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Dunfermline
    ID 6500D9991
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - X24X24
    Wait for bus
    X24
    Glasgow
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow
    ID 60903720
    74 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow
    ID 60903762
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 500500
    Wait for bus
    500
    Glasgow Airport
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Renfield Street, Glasgow
    ID 609077
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Central
    210 yd • 3 min
  • 8
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Motherwell
  • 9
    Ride to train station Motherwell
    Ride to train station
    Motherwell
    25 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Dunfermline to Motherwell

The distance between Dunfermline, Motherwell and Motherwell, Motherwell is approximately 53.73 mi, which can typically be travelled in 114 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dunfermline to Motherwell by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Motherwell – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Dunfermline

Dunfermline is located at Dunfermline, Motherwell and the nearest public transport station is Carnegie Centre, Dunfermline.

Train stations close to Dunfermline:

  • Dunfermline Queen Margaret
  • Dunfermline Town
  • Rosyth

Bus stations close to Dunfermline:

  • Carnegie Centre, Dunfermline
  • Old Fire Station, Dunfermline
  • Bus Station, Dunfermline

Public transport stations close to Motherwell, Motherwell

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

Train stations close to Motherwell:

  • Motherwell
  • Airbles
  • Shieldmuir

Bus stations close to Motherwell:

  • Queen Street, Motherwell
  • Roman Road, Motherwell
  • Milton Street, Motherwell

Alternative route from Dunfermline to Motherwell by bus and train via X24, 500 and SCOTRAIL

To get from Dunfermline to Motherwell in Motherwell, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the X24 bus from Bus Station, Dunfermline station to Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 500 bus and finally take the SCOTRAIL train from Glasgow Central station to Motherwell station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 6 min.

126min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X24X24
Bus - 500500
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Bus Station, Dunfermline

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Dunfermline
    ID 6500D9991
    290 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - X24X24
    Wait for bus
    X24
    Glasgow
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow
    ID 60903720
    74 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Buchanan Bus Station, Glasgow
    ID 60903762
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 500500
    Wait for bus
    500
    Glasgow Airport
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Renfield Street, Glasgow
    ID 609077
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Glasgow Central
    210 yd • 3 min
  • 8
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Motherwell
  • 9
    Ride to train station Motherwell
    Ride to train station
    Motherwell
    25 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 114 minutes, using Bus line X24, Bus line AVANTI WEST COAST.

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

    The alternative route takes 126 minutes, using Bus line X24, Bus line 500, Bus line SCOTRAIL.

  • Is there a direct bus between Dunfermline and Motherwell?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 54 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Dunfermline to Motherwell?

    The X24 bus line goes from Bus Station, Dunfermline station near Dunfermline in Scotland to Glasgow station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Glasgow station near Motherwell in Motherwell.

  • How long does it take to travel from Dunfermline to Motherwell by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Dunfermline in Scotland and Motherwell in Motherwell by bus and train is about 1 hr 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Dunfermline to get to Motherwell?

    Get on the X24 bus from the Bus Station, Dunfermline stop near Dunfermline in Scotland.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Dunfermline and Motherwell?

    Get off the bus at the Glasgow station, which is closest to Motherwell in Motherwell.

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