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

From Motherwell to Peebles by bus and train

To get from Motherwell to Peebles you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 42 bus from Motherwell Railway Station, Motherwell station to Cairnhill Road, Cairnhill station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SCOTRAIL train and finally take the X62 bus from South Bridge, Old Town station to Eastgate Post Office, Peebles station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 28 min. The bus and train schedule from Motherwell may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Peebles on the Moovit app.

208min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4242
Train - SCOTRAIL
Bus - X62X62
Walk to Peebles
Leaves from Motherwell Railway Station, Motherwell

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Motherwell Railway Station, Motherwell
    ID 6160642
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4242
    Wait for bus
    42
    Coatbridge
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cairnhill Road, Cairnhill
    ID 6160966
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Airdrie
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - SCOTRAILSCOTRAIL
    Wait for train
    SCOTRAIL
    Edinburgh
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Edinburgh
    57 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    South Bridge, Old Town
    ID 6200208440
    390 m • 6 min
  • 8
    Bus - X62X62
    Wait for bus
    X62
    Galashiels
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Eastgate Post Office, Peebles
    ID 69001044
    62 min
  • 10
    Walk to Peebles
    Walk to
    Peebles
    Eastgate
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Motherwell to Peebles

The distance between Motherwell and Peebles is approximately 102.91 km, which can typically be travelled in 208 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Motherwell to Peebles by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Peebles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Motherwell to Peebles

To check the bus and train schedule from Motherwell to Peebles using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Motherwell) and destination (Peebles), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 208 minutes, using Bus line 42, Train line SCOTRAIL, Bus line X62.

  • Is there a direct bus between Motherwell and Peebles?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 28 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Motherwell to Peebles?

    The 42 bus line goes from Motherwell Railway Station, Motherwell station near Motherwell in Scotland to Cairnhill Road, Cairnhill station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Cairnhill Road, Cairnhill station near Peebles.

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

    The total travel time between Motherwell and Peebles by bus and train is about 3 hr 28 min.

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

    Get on the 42 bus from the Motherwell Railway Station, Motherwell stop near Motherwell in Scotland.

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

    Get off the bus at the Cairnhill Road, Cairnhill stop, which is closest to Peebles.

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