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

The cheapest way to get from Cumbria to Scunthorpe is to bus and train which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumbria to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Cumbria and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Cumbria to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Scunthorpe via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Cumbria to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Cumbria and Scunthorpe is 194 miles. The road distance is 145.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumbria to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs £55 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Cumbria to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumbria to Scunthorpe train from?

Cumbria to Scunthorpe train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Where does the Cumbria to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Cumbria to Scunthorpe train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Cumbria to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbria to Scunthorpe is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Cumbria to Scunthorpe.

Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

There are 323+ hotels available in Scunthorpe.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Scunthorpetrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
5h 30m
£57–93
Bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn31
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to Scunthorpetrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
7h 33m
£34–49
Drive 145 mi
1. Drive from Cumbria to Scunthorpecar 145 mi
2h 36m
£37–53
Bus, train via Leeds
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Rail Stationbus 563
2. Take the train from Kirkby Stephen to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Doncastertrain
6h 54m
£44–84

Cumbria to Scunthorpe by bus and train

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5h 30mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 192.4 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Ullswater Guest House to Scunthorpe via Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 30m.

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