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 £30 - £70 and takes 9h 34m.

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 22m 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 Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 25m.

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 17m.

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 17m and costs £95 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m 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 17m and costs £95 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 9h 34m.

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 22m to drive from Poole to Scunthorpe.

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

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Poole to Scunthorpe - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Poole to Scunthorpe by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Doncastertrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
5h 17m
£97–261
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchangebus Ukn14
9h 34m
£30–67
Drive 248.7 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Scunthorpecar 248.7 mi
4h 22m
£61–88
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Scunthorpetrain
5h 52m
£105–245
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpetrain
7h
£130–367
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 152
10h 25m
£63–87
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Humberside Airport
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Humberside Airport (HUY)plane SOU - HUY
7h 35m
£75–380
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Scunthorpetrain
7h 35m
£112–345
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Doncastertrain
6h 20m
£160–408

Poole to Scunthorpe by train, subway, and foot

168Weekly Services

5h 17mAverage Duration

£97Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Poole to Scunthorpe.

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Distance: 294.1 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

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 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to Scunthorpe via London Heathrow Airport, Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange, and Doncaster in around 9h 34m.

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