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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Scunthorpe is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Scunthorpe station. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Scunthorpe via Paddington, King's Cross and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Swindon to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Swindon and Scunthorpe is 259 miles. The road distance is 166.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Scunthorpe without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 51m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Swindon to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Scunthorpe bus from?

Swindon to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Fleming Way station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Scunthorpe train from?

Swindon to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Scunthorpe?

The best way to get from Swindon to Scunthorpe is to train via London which takes 3h 51m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 9h 12m.

Where does the Swindon to Scunthorpe bus arrive?

Swindon to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Swindon to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Scunthorpe is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Swindon to Scunthorpe.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain Bristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Doncastertrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
3h 51m
£85–172
Drive 165.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Scunthorpecar 165.5 mi
3h 27m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 152
9h 12m
£57–140
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpetrain
5h 32m
£99–158
Train #2
1. Take the train from Oxford to Doncastertrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
6h 5m
£98–154

Swindon to Scunthorpe by train and subway

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Distance: 257.7 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Scunthorpe via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Doncaster in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 12m.

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