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

The cheapest way to get from Doncaster to Scunthorpe is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Doncaster to Scunthorpe is to train which takes 25 min and costs £10 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Doncaster and Scunthorpe?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Doncaster and Scunthorpe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Doncaster and arriving at Scunthorpe. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Doncaster to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Doncaster and Scunthorpe is 23 miles. The road distance is 23.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Doncaster to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs £10 - £26.

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

The train from Doncaster to Scunthorpe takes 25 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Doncaster to Scunthorpe bus from?

Doncaster to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 station.

Where do I catch the Doncaster to Scunthorpe train from?

Doncaster to Scunthorpe train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Doncaster station.

Train or bus from Doncaster to Scunthorpe?

The best way to get from Doncaster to Scunthorpe is to train which takes 25 min and costs £10 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £11 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Doncaster to Scunthorpe bus arrive?

Doncaster to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Doncaster to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Doncaster to Scunthorpe train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Scunthorpe station.

Can I drive from Doncaster to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Doncaster to Scunthorpe is 24 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Doncaster to Scunthorpe.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Doncaster to Scunthorpe by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Doncaster to ScunthorpeStockport - Cleethorpes / ...
25 min
£10–26
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Bus Station152
50 min
£2–11
Drive 23.5 mi
1. Drive from Doncaster to Scunthorpe23.5 mi
36 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Doncaster to Scunthorpe23.5 mi
36 min
£50–65

Doncaster to Scunthorpe by train

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Distance: 22.8 mi
Duration: 25 min

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Doncaster to Scunthorpe hourly. Tickets cost £10–26 and the journey takes 25 min. Northern Trains Limited also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £9–11 and the journey takes 50 min. Stagecoach East Midlands also services this route 4 times a week.

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