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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Scunthorpe is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Leeds and arriving at Scunthorpe via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Leeds to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Leeds and Scunthorpe is 53 miles. The road distance is 49.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £15 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Leeds to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Scunthorpe train from?

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

Where does the Leeds to Scunthorpe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leeds to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Scunthorpe is 50 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Leeds to Scunthorpe.

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

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

There are 302+ hotels available in Scunthorpe.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to DoncasterLeeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to ScunthorpeStockport - Cleethorpes / ...
1h 28m
£16–42
Drive 49.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leeds to Scunthorpe49.6 mi
59 min
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leeds to Scunthorpe49.6 mi
59 min
£180–230
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1Uk075 / ...
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to ScunthorpeStockport - Cleethorpes / ...
2h 9m
£16–37

Leeds to Scunthorpe by train

169Weekly Trains

1h 28mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 52.4 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

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

You can take a train from Leeds to Scunthorpe via Doncaster in around 1h 28m.

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