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

The cheapest way to get from Scunthorpe to Sunderland is to bus which costs £19 - £40 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scunthorpe to Sunderland is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Scunthorpe and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Scunthorpe station to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Interchange via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7 and Meadowhall Interchange/B1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Scunthorpe and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Scunthorpe to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Scunthorpe and arriving at Sunderland via Doncaster and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Scunthorpe to Sunderland?

The distance between Scunthorpe and Sunderland is 147 miles. The road distance is 118.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scunthorpe to Sunderland without a car is to train and subway which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Scunthorpe to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scunthorpe to Sunderland bus from?

Scunthorpe to Sunderland bus services, operated by First South Yorkshire, depart from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7 station.

Where do I catch the Scunthorpe to Sunderland train from?

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

Train or bus from Scunthorpe to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Scunthorpe to Sunderland is to bus which takes 5h 52m and costs £19 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Scunthorpe to Sunderland bus arrive?

Scunthorpe to Sunderland bus services, operated by First South Yorkshire, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/A4 station.

Where does the Scunthorpe to Sunderland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scunthorpe to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Scunthorpe to Sunderland is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Scunthorpe to Sunderland.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Scunthorpe to Sunderland?

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

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

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from Scunthorpe to Doncastertrain
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Newcastletrain
3. Take the subway from Central Station to Sunderlandsubway Grn
2h 46m
£33–93
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7 to Meadowhall Interchange/A4bus X3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Interchangebus Uk010
5h 52m
£20–39
Drive 117.5 mi
1. Drive from Scunthorpe to Sunderlandcar 117.5 mi
2h 22m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Sunderlandtrain London Kings Cross - Sunderland
3h 27m
£37–59

Scunthorpe to Sunderland by train and subway

164Weekly Services

2h 46mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146.6 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Interchange via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B7, and Meadowhall Interchange/B1 in around 5h 52m. Alternatively, Grand Central Trains operates a train from Doncaster to Sunderland 3 times a week. Tickets cost £30–45 and the journey takes 1h 59m.

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