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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Scunthorpe is to line 8 bus and bus and train which costs £16 - £27 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Scunthorpe via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Bolton to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Bolton and Scunthorpe is 95 miles. The road distance is 92.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £27 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Bolton to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Scunthorpe train from?

Bolton to Scunthorpe train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Where does the Bolton to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Bolton to Scunthorpe train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Scunthorpe station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Scunthorpe is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Bolton to Scunthorpe.

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

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

There are 334+ hotels available in Scunthorpe.

Bolton to Scunthorpe - 3 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Bolton to Scunthorpe by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Scunthorpetrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
2h 59m
£27–47
Line 8 bus, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 8
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus
3. Take the train from Meadowhall to Scunthorpetrain
5h 15m
£17–27
Drive 91.8 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Scunthorpecar 91.8 mi
1h 37m
£23–33

Bolton to Scunthorpe by train

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2h 59mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 94.2 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Scunthorpe hourly. Tickets cost £24–40 and the journey takes 1h 53m.

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