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

The cheapest way to get from Cumbria to Scunthorpe is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumbria to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £35 - £55.

How far is it from Cumbria to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Cumbria and Scunthorpe is 172 miles. The road distance is 145.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumbria to Scunthorpe without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 27m and costs £45 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Cumbria to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Can I drive from Cumbria to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbria to Scunthorpe is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Cumbria to Scunthorpe.

Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

There are 302+ hotels available in Scunthorpe.

Cumbria to Scunthorpe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cumbria to Scunthorpe by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Penrith to Sheffield Meadowhall InterchangeUkn31
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to ScunthorpeStockport - Cleethorpes / ...
4h 27m
£47–70
Drive 145 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cumbria to Scunthorpe145 mi
2h 38m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester PiccadillyEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to ScunthorpeLiverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
4h 28m
£65–148
Bus, train via Sheffield
1. Take the bus from Booth's Supermarket to Meadowhall Interchange/B1Ukn31
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to ScunthorpeStockport - Cleethorpes / ...
4h 27m
£47–70

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cumbria to Scunthorpe.

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Distance: 170.9 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a vehicle from Cumbria to Scunthorpe via Penrith North Lakes and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 28m.

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