The average train between Scunthorpe and Middlesbrough takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Scunthorpe to Middlesbrough. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Scunthorpe and Middlesbrough. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scunthorpe is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Middlesbrough at 6:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Doncaster and take an average of 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


2h 27m • 2 changes


2h 27m • 2 changes


2h 27m • 2 changes


2h 30m • 2 changes


2h 27m • 2 changes


2h 28m • 2 changes


2h 28m • 2 changes


2h 29m • 2 changes


2h 52m • 2 changes


2h 34m • 2 changes


2h 27m • 2 changes


2h 27m • 2 changes


2h 52m • 2 changes


2h 34m • 2 changes


2h 27m • 2 changes


2h 27m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Scunthorpe to Middlesbrough? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Scunthorpe to Middlesbrough. However, there are services departing from Scunthorpe station and arriving at Middlesbrough station via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.
Scunthorpe to Middlesbrough train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scunthorpe station.
Scunthorpe to Middlesbrough train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Middlesbrough station.
Book your Scunthorpe to Middlesbrough train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Cross Country and 2 other operators.
The distance between Scunthorpe and Middlesbrough is 117.2 km. The road distance is 170 km.
You can take a train from Scunthorpe to Middlesbrough via Doncaster and York in around 2h 43m.