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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Scunthorpe is to bus and train which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Scunthorpe station. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Scunthorpe via Derby and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Cardiff and Scunthorpe is 227 miles. The road distance is 219.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Scunthorpe without a car is to train via Derby which takes 5h 1m and costs £100 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Cardiff to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Scunthorpe bus from?

Cardiff to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Scunthorpe train from?

Cardiff to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Scunthorpe?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Scunthorpe is to train via Derby which takes 5h 1m and costs £100 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 7h 25m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £360 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Cardiff to Scunthorpe bus arrive?

Cardiff to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Cardiff to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Scunthorpe is 219 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Cardiff to Scunthorpe.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

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Cardiff to Scunthorpe - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Scunthorpe by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Derby
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Derbytrain
2. Take the train from Derby to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpetrain
5h 1m
£107–157
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus Uk078
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to Scunthorpetrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
7h 52m
£34–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 152
7h 25m
£44–108
Drive 217.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Scunthorpecar 217.8 mi
3h 52m
£54–77
Fly
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Humberside Airport (HUY)plane CWL - HUY
8h 5m
£64–355
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Stockporttrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Scunthorpetrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
5h 33m
£89–157

Cardiff to Scunthorpe by train

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5h 1mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Scunthorpe.

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Distance: 225.9 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 25m.

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