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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Scunthorpe is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Scunthorpe via Liverpool Street station, King's Cross and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Colchester to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Colchester and Scunthorpe is 233 miles. The road distance is 159.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £50 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Colchester to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Scunthorpe train from?

Colchester to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Where does the Colchester to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Colchester to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Scunthorpe is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Colchester to Scunthorpe.

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

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

There are 294+ hotels available in Scunthorpe.

Colchester to Scunthorpe - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Colchester to Scunthorpe by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool StreetNorwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to DoncasterLondon Kings Cross - Bradford Forster Square / ...
3h 39m
£54–195
Drive 159 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colchester to Scunthorpe159 mi
3h 23m
£40–58
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Humberside Airport (HUY)LCY - HUY
6h 50m
£164–985
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Colchester to PeterboroughColchester - Peterborough
2. Take the train from Peterborough to DoncasterLondon Kings Cross - Bradford Forster Square / ...
4h
£40–155

Colchester to Scunthorpe by train and subway

169Weekly Services

3h 39mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 231.7 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Scunthorpe via London Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Doncaster in around 3h 39m.

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