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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Scunthorpe is to bus and train which costs £21 - £50 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Gateshead to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Scunthorpe via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Gateshead and Scunthorpe is 135 miles. The road distance is 130.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Gateshead to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Scunthorpe train from?

Gateshead to Scunthorpe train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

Where does the Gateshead to Scunthorpe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gateshead to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Scunthorpe is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Gateshead to Scunthorpe.

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

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

There are 293+ hotels available in Scunthorpe.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to DoncasterEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to ScunthorpeStockport - Cleethorpes / ...
2h 21m
£36–103
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Newcastle to York
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Hull InterchangeX46 / ...
3. Take the bus from Hull Interchange to Brant Road350
5h 14m
£18–95
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Meadowhall Interchange/B1Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to ScunthorpeStockport - Cleethorpes / ...
4h 17m
£22–46
Drive 130.2 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Scunthorpe130.2 mi
2h 18m
£33–47

Gateshead to Scunthorpe by train

166Weekly Trains

2h 21mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 134.6 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

You can take a train from Newcastle to Scunthorpe via Doncaster in around 2h 21m.

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