How to get from Falkirk to Motherwell by train?

From Falkirk to Motherwell by train

To get from Falkirk to Motherwell in Scotland, take the SCOTRAIL train from Falkirk Grahamston station to Cumbernauld station. Next, take the SCOTRAIL train from Cumbernauld station to Motherwell station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min.

56min
Walk to train station
Train - SCOTRAIL
Train - SCOTRAIL
Leaves from Falkirk Grahamston
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  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Falkirk Grahamston
    190 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Glasgow Queen Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Cumbernauld
    13 min
  • 4
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Dalmuir
  • 5
    Ride to train station Motherwell
    Ride to train station
    Motherwell
    20 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Falkirk to Motherwell by bus

To get from Falkirk to Motherwell in Scotland, take the X37 bus from St Andrew`S Church, Falkirk station to St James Road, Glasgow station. Next, take the 240X bus from St James Road, Glasgow station to High Road, Motherwell station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 38 min.

98min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X37X37
Bus - 240X240X
Walk to Motherwell
Leaves from St Andrew`S Church, Falkirk
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Andrew`S Church, Falkirk
    ID 669070000875
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - X37X37
    Wait for bus
    X37
    Glasgow
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St James Road, Glasgow
    ID 6090127
    71 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St James Road, Glasgow
    ID 60904211
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 240X240X
    Wait for bus
    240X
    Lanark
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    High Road, Motherwell
    ID 6160641
    17 min
  • 7
    Walk to Motherwell
    Walk to
    Motherwell
    300 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Falkirk to Motherwell
The distance between Falkirk, Scotland and Motherwell, Scotland is approximately 21.86 mi, which can typically be travelled in 56 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Falkirk to Motherwell 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 Falkirk

Falkirk is located at Falkirk, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is St Andrew`S Church, Falkirk.

Train stations close to Falkirk:

  • Falkirk Grahamston
  • Camelon

Bus stations close to Falkirk:

  • St Andrew`S Church, Falkirk
  • Grahamston Station, Falkirk
  • Weir Street, Falkirk
Public transport stations close to Motherwell, Scotland

Motherwell is located at Motherwell, Scotland and the nearest public transport station is Ladywell Road, Motherwell.

Train stations close to Motherwell:

  • Bellshill
  • Motherwell
  • Carfin

Bus stations close to Motherwell:

  • Ladywell Road, Motherwell
  • Pollock Street, Motherwell
  • Milton Street, Motherwell
Related Routes

From Falkirk to Motherwell by bus

To get from Falkirk to Motherwell in Scotland, take the X37 bus from St Andrew`S Church, Falkirk station to St James Road, Glasgow station. Next, take the 240X bus from St James Road, Glasgow station to High Road, Motherwell station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 38 min.

98min
Walk to bus station
Bus - X37X37
Bus - 240X240X
Walk to Motherwell
Leaves from St Andrew`S Church, Falkirk
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Andrew`S Church, Falkirk
    ID 669070000875
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - X37X37
    Wait for bus
    X37
    Glasgow
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    St James Road, Glasgow
    ID 6090127
    71 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St James Road, Glasgow
    ID 60904211
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 240X240X
    Wait for bus
    240X
    Lanark
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    High Road, Motherwell
    ID 6160641
    17 min
  • 7
    Walk to Motherwell
    Walk to
    Motherwell
    300 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 56 minutes, using Bus line SCOTRAIL, Bus line SCOTRAIL.

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

    The alternative route takes 98 minutes, using Bus line X37, Bus line 240X.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 56 min.

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

    The SCOTRAIL train line goes from Falkirk Grahamston station near Falkirk to Glasgow Queen Street station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Glasgow Queen Street station near Motherwell in Scotland

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

    The total travel time between Falkirk and Motherwell in Scotland by train is about 56 min.

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

    Get on the SCOTRAIL train from the Falkirk Grahamston station near Falkirk in Scotland.

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

    Get off the train at the Glasgow Queen Street station, which is closest to Motherwell in Scotland.

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