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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Scunthorpe is to bus and train which costs £30 - £55 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Oxford and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxford station to Scunthorpe station. However, there are services departing from Gloucester Green Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Scunthorpe via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Oxford to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Oxford and Scunthorpe is 183 miles. The road distance is 155 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £50 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Oxford to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Scunthorpe bus from?

Oxford to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Gloucester Green Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Scunthorpe train from?

Oxford to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.

Train or bus from Oxford to Scunthorpe?

The best way to get from Oxford to Scunthorpe is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £50 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £75 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Oxford to Scunthorpe bus arrive?

Oxford to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Oxford to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Oxford to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Oxford to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Scunthorpe is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Oxford to Scunthorpe.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to DoncasterReading - Newcastle / ...
3h 38m
£53–152
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station423 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station152
6h 15m
£28–71
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Meadowhall Interchange/B1
3. Take the train from Meadowhall to Scunthorpe
5h 28m
£33–54
Drive 154.1 mi
1. Drive from Oxford to Scunthorpe154.1 mi
2h 46m
£38–55

Oxford to Scunthorpe by train

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3h 38mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181.8 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Oxford to Doncaster every 4 hours. Tickets cost £40–140 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 15m.

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