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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Scunthorpe is to bus which costs £35 - £120 and takes 9h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Scunthorpe station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Scunthorpe via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Bournemouth and Scunthorpe is 290 miles. The road distance is 247.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Scunthorpe without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 56m and costs £50 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Bournemouth to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Scunthorpe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Scunthorpe train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Scunthorpe?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Scunthorpe is to train via London which takes 4h 56m and costs £50 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £120 and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Scunthorpe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Scunthorpe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Scunthorpe is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Bournemouth to Scunthorpe.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Scunthorpe?

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

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Bournemouth to Scunthorpe - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Bournemouth to Scunthorpe by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to DoncasterLondon Kings Cross - Bradford Forster Square / ...
4h 56m
£53–188
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Bus Station152
9h 20m
£38–114
Drive 246 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Scunthorpe246 mi
4h 9m
£62–89
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Humberside Airport
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Humberside Airport (HUY)SOU - HUY
6h 50m
£164–932
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffield
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpe
6h 11m
£53–394
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Scunthorpe
5h 27m
£93–230
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Woking
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Scunthorpe
6h 59m
£101–313
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Doncaster
6h 7m
£133–339

Bournemouth to Scunthorpe by train, subway, and foot

169Weekly Services

4h 56mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 288.4 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Scunthorpe via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Doncaster in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 9h 20m.

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