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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Scunthorpe is to bus and train which costs £27 - £50 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Scunthorpe via Leeds and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Carlisle and Scunthorpe is 165 miles. The road distance is 160.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £29 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Carlisle to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Scunthorpe train from?

Carlisle to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carlisle station.

Where does the Carlisle to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Carlisle to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Scunthorpe is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Carlisle to Scunthorpe.

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

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

There are 293+ hotels available in Scunthorpe.

Carlisle to Scunthorpe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Steam train

There are 5 ways to get from Carlisle to Scunthorpe by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to LeedsCarlisle - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to DoncasterLeeds - London Kings Cross / ...
4h 23m
£29–118
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Meadowhall Interchange/B1Ukn31
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to ScunthorpeStockport - Cleethorpes / ...
4h 55m
£27–49
Drive 159.4 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Scunthorpe159.4 mi
2h 51m
£40–58
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Oxford RoadEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to ScunthorpeLiverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
4h 33m
£43–137
Steam train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to York
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Hull InterchangeX46 / ...
3. Take the bus from Hull Interchange to Brant Road350
8h 55m

Carlisle to Scunthorpe by train

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4h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 164.3 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Scunthorpe via Leeds and Doncaster in around 4h 23m.

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