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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Scunthorpe is to bus and train which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Scunthorpe station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Scunthorpe via Birmingham New Street and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Cardiff and Scunthorpe is 225 miles. The road distance is 218.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Scunthorpe without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 5m and costs £90 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Cardiff to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Scunthorpe bus from?

Cardiff to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Scunthorpe train from?

Cardiff to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Scunthorpe?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Scunthorpe is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 5m and costs £90 - £140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £60 - £350 and takes 7h 36m, you could also bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Cardiff to Scunthorpe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Cardiff to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Scunthorpe is 218 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Cardiff to Scunthorpe.

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

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

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Cardiff to Scunthorpe - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Scunthorpe by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpetrain
5h 5m
£90–140
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk078
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to Scunthorpetrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
7h 52m
£34–54
Drive 217 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Scunthorpecar 217 mi
3h 51m
£54–78
Fly from Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Humberside Airport (HUY)plane CWL - HUY
7h 36m
£64–343
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Stockporttrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Scunthorpetrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
5h 34m
£79–128
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 152
8h 10m
£35–60
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Humberside Airport (HUY)plane BRS - HUY
7h 11m
£58–238

Cardiff to Scunthorpe by train

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Distance: 224 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Scunthorpe, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Scunthorpe via Birmingham New Street and Sheffield in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, KLM flies from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Humberside Airport (HUY) twice daily.

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