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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Scunthorpe is to bus via Birmingham which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Scunthorpe?

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

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Scunthorpe via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Southampton to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Southampton and Scunthorpe is 261 miles. The road distance is 220.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Scunthorpe without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 27m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Southampton to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Scunthorpe bus from?

Southampton to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Scunthorpe train from?

Southampton to Scunthorpe train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Southampton to Scunthorpe?

The best way to get from Southampton to Scunthorpe is to train via London which takes 4h 27m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h 10m, you could also fly, which costs £55 - £340 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Southampton to Scunthorpe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Southampton to Scunthorpe train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Scunthorpe is 221 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Southampton to Scunthorpe.

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

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

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Southampton to Scunthorpe - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Southampton to Scunthorpe by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Doncastertrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
4h 27m
£67–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchangebus Ukn14
8h 35m
£37–66
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 152
8h 10m
£38–68
Drive 219.4 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Scunthorpecar 219.4 mi
3h 49m
£55–79
Fly Southampton Airport to Humberside Airport
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Humberside Airport (HUY)plane SOU - HUY
6h 45m
£60–339
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Doncastertrain Southampton Central - Newcastle
4h 54m
£109–165
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Scunthorpetrain
6h 32m
£93–283
Fly Southampton Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)plane SOU - LBA
2. Take the train from Leeds to Doncastertrain
7h 31m
£89–239
Fly Southampton Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Doncastertrain
5h 28m
£112–297

Southampton to Scunthorpe by train, subway, and foot

164Weekly Services

4h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 259.8 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Scunthorpe via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Doncaster in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 10m.

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