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

The cheapest way to get from Scunthorpe to Essex is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scunthorpe to Essex is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Scunthorpe and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Scunthorpe station to Essex. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Polecat Road via Broad Marsh Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Scunthorpe and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Scunthorpe to Essex. However, there are services departing from Scunthorpe and arriving at Stansted Airport via Doncaster and Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Scunthorpe to Essex?

The distance between Scunthorpe and Essex is 193 miles. The road distance is 154.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scunthorpe to Essex without a car is to train via Peterborough which takes 5h 1m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Scunthorpe to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scunthorpe to Essex bus from?

Scunthorpe to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scunthorpe to Essex train from?

Scunthorpe to Essex train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scunthorpe station.

Train or bus from Scunthorpe to Essex?

The best way to get from Scunthorpe to Essex is to train via Peterborough which takes 5h 1m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the Scunthorpe to Essex bus arrive?

Scunthorpe to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where does the Scunthorpe to Essex train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scunthorpe to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Scunthorpe to Essex is 154 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Scunthorpe to Essex.

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

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

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Train via Peterborough
best
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Peterboroughtrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Stansted Airporttrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
5h 1m
£69–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 152
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 777
7h 37m
£38–96
Drive 153.5 mi
1. Drive from Scunthorpe to Essexcar 153.5 mi
3h 15m
£38–54
Train
1. Take the train from Scunthorpe to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to London St Pancras Intltrain
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain
5h 28m
£121–206

Scunthorpe to Essex by train and bus

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5h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 191.9 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a train from Scunthorpe to Polecat Road via Doncaster, Peterborough, Stansted Airport, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 5h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Polecat Road via Broad Marsh Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 7h 37m.

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