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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Scunthorpe is to drive which costs £45 - £65 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Scunthorpe station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Scunthorpe via Paddington, King's Cross and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Reading to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Reading and Scunthorpe is 218 miles. The road distance is 180.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Scunthorpe without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 33m and costs £40 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Reading to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Scunthorpe bus from?

Reading to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Scunthorpe train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Scunthorpe?

The best way to get from Reading to Scunthorpe is to train via London which takes 3h 33m and costs £40 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £110 and takes 8h 4m.

Where does the Reading to Scunthorpe bus arrive?

Reading to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Scunthorpe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Scunthorpe is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Reading to Scunthorpe.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London PaddingtonDidcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to DoncasterLondon Kings Cross - Bradford Forster Square / ...
3h 33m
£45–158
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
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
8h 4m
£57–103
Drive 179.8 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Scunthorpe179.8 mi
3h 15m
£45–65
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to DoncasterReading - Newcastle / ...
4h 4m
£93–265

Reading to Scunthorpe by train and subway

169Weekly Services

3h 33mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216.6 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Scunthorpe via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Doncaster in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 8h 4m.

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