What is the cheapest way to get from West Midlands to Scunthorpe?

The cheapest way to get from West Midlands to Scunthorpe is to bus which costs £25 - £60 and takes 5h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Midlands to Scunthorpe?

The fastest way to get from West Midlands to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between West Midlands and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from West Midlands to Scunthorpe station. However, there are services departing from Crocketts Lane and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between West Midlands and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from West Midlands to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Smethwick Rolfe Street and arriving at Scunthorpe via Birmingham New Street and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from West Midlands to Scunthorpe?

The distance between West Midlands and Scunthorpe is 120 miles. The road distance is 111.1 miles.

How do I travel from West Midlands to Scunthorpe without a car?

The best way to get from West Midlands to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £55 - £90.

How long does it take to get from West Midlands to Scunthorpe?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from West Midlands to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Midlands to Scunthorpe bus from?

West Midlands to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the West Midlands to Scunthorpe train from?

West Midlands to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from West Midlands to Scunthorpe?

The best way to get from West Midlands to Scunthorpe is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £55 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £60 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the West Midlands to Scunthorpe bus arrive?

West Midlands to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the West Midlands to Scunthorpe train arrive?

West Midlands to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from West Midlands to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between West Midlands to Scunthorpe is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from West Midlands to Scunthorpe.

How do I get a train ticket from West Midlands to Scunthorpe?

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West Midlands to Scunthorpe - 4 ways to travel via train, line 87 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpetrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
3h 12m
£55–89
Line 87 bus, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blue Gates to Colmore Rowbus 87
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus
3. Take the train from Meadowhall to Scunthorpetrain
5h 5m
£24–43
Drive 110.5 mi
1. Drive from West Midlands to Scunthorpecar 110.5 mi
2h 4m
£27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 152
5h 25m
£25–58

West Midlands to Scunthorpe by train

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Distance: 119.7 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between West Midlands, Sandwell, England and Scunthorpe, England?

You can take a train from Smethwick Rolfe Street to Scunthorpe via Birmingham New Street and Sheffield in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £23–55 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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