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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Scunthorpe is to bus which costs £35 - £110 and takes 9h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Scunthorpe station. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Scunthorpe via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Poole to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Poole and Scunthorpe is 296 miles. The road distance is 250.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Scunthorpe without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 14m and costs £55 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Poole to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Scunthorpe bus from?

Poole to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Scunthorpe train from?

Poole to Scunthorpe train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Train or bus from Poole to Scunthorpe?

The best way to get from Poole to Scunthorpe is to train via London which takes 5h 14m and costs £55 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £110 and takes 9h 29m.

Where does the Poole to Scunthorpe bus arrive?

Poole to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Poole to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Poole to Scunthorpe train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Poole to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Scunthorpe is 250 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Poole to Scunthorpe.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

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Poole to Scunthorpe - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Poole 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to DoncasterLondon Kings Cross - Bradford Forster Square / ...
5h 14m
£57–201
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Broad Marsh Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Bus Station152
9h 29m
£40–109
Drive 248.7 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Scunthorpe248.7 mi
4h 20m
£63–90
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Humberside Airport
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Humberside Airport (HUY)SOU - HUY
7h 8m
£166–985
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffield
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpe
7h 23m
£55–397
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Scunthorpe
5h 45m
£97–233
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Woking
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Scunthorpe
7h 17m
£99–322
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Doncaster
6h 25m
£132–343

Poole to Scunthorpe by train, subway, and foot

169Weekly Services

5h 14mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 294.1 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Scunthorpe via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Doncaster in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 9h 29m.

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