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Cardiff to Scunthorpe trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Scunthorpe takes 5h 48m and the fastest train takes 4h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff to Scunthorpe. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 48m
Duration
226 mi
Distance
£136
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Derby

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  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Derbytrain train
  2. Take the train from Derby to Sheffieldtrain train
  3. Take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpetrain train
5h 1m
£110–163

Cardiff to Scunthorpe train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Cardiff and Scunthorpe. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 7:50 PM which arrives into Scunthorpe at 7:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Derby and take an average of 5h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 225.9 mi
  • Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Scunthorpe, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Scunthorpe via Derby and Sheffield in around 5h 1m.

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