The average train between Banbury and Scunthorpe takes 3h 36m and the fastest train takes 3h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Banbury to Scunthorpe. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Banbury and Scunthorpe. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Banbury is at 6:30 PM which arrives into Scunthorpe at 10:10 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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3h 38m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Banbury to Scunthorpe? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Banbury to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Banbury station and arriving at Scunthorpe station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.
Banbury to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Banbury station.
Banbury to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Doncaster station.
Book your Banbury to Scunthorpe train tickets online with Cross Country and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Banbury and Scunthorpe is 174.8 km. The road distance is 256 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Banbury to Doncaster every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 2h 22m.