What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Scunthorpe?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Scunthorpe is to bus which costs £23 - £55 and takes 3h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Scunthorpe?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Scunthorpe?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Birmingham Coach Station station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Scunthorpe via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Birmingham and Scunthorpe is 117 miles. The road distance is 112.1 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Scunthorpe without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £55 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Scunthorpe?

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Birmingham to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Scunthorpe bus from?

Birmingham to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Scunthorpe train from?

Birmingham to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Scunthorpe?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Scunthorpe is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £55 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Birmingham to Scunthorpe bus arrive?

Birmingham to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Birmingham to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Scunthorpe is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Birmingham to Scunthorpe.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Scunthorpe?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Scunthorpe?

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

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Birmingham to Scunthorpe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Scunthorpe by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpetrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
2h 39m
£55–83
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to Scunthorpetrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
3h 17m
£23–39
Drive 111.4 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Scunthorpecar 111.4 mi
2h 1m
£28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 152
3h 45m
£23–55

Birmingham to Scunthorpe by train

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Distance: 116.4 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Scunthorpe, England?

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Scunthorpe via Sheffield in around 2h 39m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £23–55 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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