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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Scunthorpe is to bus and train via Sheffield which costs £50 - £110 and takes 13h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Scunthorpe is to train and fly which takes 6h 18m and costs £120 - £310.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Scunthorpe via Edinburgh Waverley and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

How far is it from Elgin to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Elgin and Scunthorpe is 459 miles. The road distance is 392.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 8h 12m and costs £85 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 8h 12m to get from Elgin to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Scunthorpe train from?

Elgin to Scunthorpe train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Elgin station.

Where does the Elgin to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Elgin to Scunthorpe train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Scunthorpe is 392 miles. It takes approximately 7h 38m to drive from Elgin to Scunthorpe.

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

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

There are 293+ hotels available in Scunthorpe.

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

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

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 Elgin to Edinburgh WaverleyInverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to DoncasterEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
8h 12m
£87–212
Bus, train via Sheffield
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus StationM96
2. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1
3. Take the train from Meadowhall to Scunthorpe
13h 5m
£52–105
Drive 390 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Scunthorpe390 mi
7h 38m
£98–141
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airport Station
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)INV - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Scunthorpe
6h 18m
£122–308
Train via Aberdeen
1. Take the train from Elgin to Aberdeen
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Edinburgh Waverley
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Doncaster
8h 40m
£65–216
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus StationM96
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Sheffield
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpe
11h 10m
£136–265
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Reidhaven Square to Airport Terminal Stance 1
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)ABZ - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Scunthorpe
7h 30m
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Reidhaven Square to Airport Terminal Stance 1
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)ABZ - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffield
4. Take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpe
7h 50m
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airport Station
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)INV - LHR
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Doncaster
7h
£97–459
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airport Station
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Luton Airport (LTN)INV - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to London St Pancras Intl
4. Take the train from King's Cross to Doncaster
6h 40m
£85–338

Elgin to Scunthorpe by train

6Weekly Trains

8h 12mAverage Duration

£87Cheapest Price

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Distance: 455.9 mi
Duration: 8h 12m

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

You can take a train from Elgin to Scunthorpe via Edinburgh Waverley and Doncaster in around 8h 12m.

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