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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Scunthorpe is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Scunthorpe station. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Scunthorpe via Kettering, Nottingham and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Luton to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Luton and Scunthorpe is 166 miles. The road distance is 136.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Scunthorpe without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 42m and costs £40 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Luton to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Scunthorpe bus from?

Luton to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Luton to Scunthorpe train from?

Luton to Scunthorpe train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Luton station.

Train or bus from Luton to Scunthorpe?

The best way to get from Luton to Scunthorpe is to bus which takes 6h 5m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Luton to Scunthorpe bus arrive?

Luton to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where does the Luton to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Luton to Scunthorpe train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Kettering station.

Can I drive from Luton to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Scunthorpe is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Luton to Scunthorpe.

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

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

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Bus Station100 / ...
2. Take the train from Stevenage to DoncasterLondon Kings Cross - Bradford Forster Square / ...
3h 42m
£44–113
Drive 135.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Luton to Scunthorpe135.7 mi
2h 37m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Broad Marsh Bus Station230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Bus Station152
6h 5m
£48–84
Train
1. Take the train from Luton to Kettering
2. Take the train from Kettering to Nottingham
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Sheffield
4. Take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpe
4h 49m
£55–133

Luton to Scunthorpe by bus and train

149Weekly Services

3h 42mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 165.5 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Bus Station via Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 6h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Luton to Scunthorpe via Kettering, Nottingham, and Sheffield in around 4h 49m.

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