The average train between Bristol and Scunthorpe takes 5h 9m and the fastest train takes 4h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Bristol 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 hourly between Bristol and Scunthorpe. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bristol is at 7:33 PM which arrives into Scunthorpe at 7:04 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Bristol station and arriving at Scunthorpe station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.
Bristol to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.
Bristol to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Scunthorpe station.
Book your Bristol to Scunthorpe train tickets online with Cross Country and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Bristol and Scunthorpe is 270.2 km. The road distance is 331 km.
You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Scunthorpe via Sheffield in around 4h 23m.