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

The cheapest way to get from Dunfermline to Scunthorpe is to bus and train which costs £40 - £70 and takes 8h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunfermline to Scunthorpe is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £55 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Dunfermline and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Dunfermline to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Dunfermline Town and arriving at Scunthorpe via Edinburgh Waverley and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Dunfermline to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Dunfermline and Scunthorpe is 276 miles. The road distance is 249.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £55 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Dunfermline to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunfermline to Scunthorpe train from?

Dunfermline to Scunthorpe train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or fly from Dunfermline to Scunthorpe?

The best way to get from Dunfermline to Scunthorpe is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £270 - £650 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Dunfermline to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Dunfermline to Scunthorpe train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Dunfermline to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunfermline to Scunthorpe is 250 miles. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Dunfermline to Scunthorpe.

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

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

There are 293+ hotels available in Scunthorpe.

Dunfermline to Scunthorpe - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Dunfermline to Scunthorpe by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to DoncasterEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
4h 44m
£59–135
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Meadowhall Interchange/B1Ukn11
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to ScunthorpeStockport - Cleethorpes / ...
8h 36m
£43–68
Drive 248.4 mi
1. Drive from Dunfermline to Scunthorpe248.4 mi
4h 49m
£63–90
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Humberside Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Humberside Airport (HUY)EDI - HUY
6h 13m
£275–638
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to SheffieldEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Sheffield to ScunthorpeStockport - Cleethorpes / ...
7h 29m
£47–195
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffield
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpe
6h 7m
£83–210
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EDI - LHR
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Doncaster
6h 38m
£112–365
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)EDI - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton to London St Pancras Intl
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Doncaster
6h 23m
£80–308
Bus to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Station
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffield
4. Take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpe
7h 20m
£73–208
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)EDI - STN
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Peterborough
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Doncaster
6h 57m
£70–224

Dunfermline to Scunthorpe by train

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Distance: 274.3 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Dunfermline, Scotland and Scunthorpe, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Doncaster hourly. Tickets cost £40–80 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, KLM and easyJet fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Humberside Airport (HUY) 5 times a day.

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