The average train between Norwich and Scunthorpe takes 4h 8m and the fastest train takes 3h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Norwich 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 3 hours between Norwich and Scunthorpe. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Norwich is at 8:50 PM which arrives into Scunthorpe at 7:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 4h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 14m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Norwich 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 Norwich to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Norwich station and arriving at Scunthorpe station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.
Norwich to Scunthorpe train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Norwich station.
Norwich to Scunthorpe train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Doncaster station.
Book your Norwich to Scunthorpe train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Norwich and Scunthorpe is 167.9 km. The road distance is 299 km.
You can take a train from Norwich to Scunthorpe via Peterborough and Doncaster in around 3h 28m.