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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Scunthorpe is to bus which costs £40 - £60 and takes 7h 12m.

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 16m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading station to Scunthorpe station. However, there are services departing from Station North Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via Donington Park and Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

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 £60 - £150.

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 National Express, depart from Station North Interchange.

Where do I catch the Reading to Scunthorpe train from?

Reading to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), 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 £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Reading to Scunthorpe bus arrive?

Reading to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Donington Park station.

Where does the Reading to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Reading to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Reading to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Scunthorpe is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Reading to Scunthorpe.

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

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Reading to Scunthorpe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Scunthorpe by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Doncastertrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
3h 33m
£63–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station North Interchange to Donington Parkbus D13
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 152
7h 12m
£44–59
Drive 179.8 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Scunthorpecar 179.8 mi
3h 16m
£44–64
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Scunthorpetrain
6h
£110–317
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Doncastertrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
4h 4m
£97–257

Reading to Scunthorpe by train and subway

170Weekly Services

3h 33mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest 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 Station North Interchange to Bus Station via Donington Park and Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 7h 12m.

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