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

The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Scunthorpe is to line 85 bus and bus and train which costs £23 - £40 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Rugby to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Rugby and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Rugby to Scunthorpe station. However, there are services departing from Northcote Road and arriving at Bus Station via Cross Cheaping and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Rugby and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Rugby and arriving at Scunthorpe via Tamworth High Level and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Rugby to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Rugby and Scunthorpe is 129 miles. The road distance is 102.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rugby to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Rugby to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Scunthorpe bus from?

Rugby to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express Coventry, depart from Cross Cheaping station.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Scunthorpe train from?

Rugby to Scunthorpe train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.

Train or bus from Rugby to Scunthorpe?

The best way to get from Rugby to Scunthorpe is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Rugby to Scunthorpe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rugby to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Rugby to Scunthorpe train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Tamworth station.

Can I drive from Rugby to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Rugby to Scunthorpe is 103 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Rugby to Scunthorpe.

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

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Rugby to Scunthorpe - 4 ways to travel via train, line 85 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rugby to Tamworthtrain
2. Take the train from Tamworth High Level to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpetrain
3h 56m
£46–81
Line 85 bus, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lawrence Sheriff Street to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus 85A / ...
2. Take the bus from Asda to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus
3. Take the train from Meadowhall to Scunthorpetrain
6h
£23–36
Drive 102 mi
1. Drive from Rugby to Scunthorpecar 102 mi
1h 48m
£26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cross Cheaping to Birmingham Coach Stationbus X1
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 152
6h 55m

Rugby to Scunthorpe by train

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Distance: 128.5 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Rugby to Scunthorpe via Tamworth High Level and Sheffield in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Northcote Road to Bus Station via Transport Museum, Cross Cheaping, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 55m.

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