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

The cheapest way to get from Rotherham to Scunthorpe is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotherham to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct train between Rotherham and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Rotherham to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Rotherham Central and arriving at Scunthorpe via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Rotherham to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Rotherham and Scunthorpe is 36 miles. The road distance is 39.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rotherham to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £13 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Rotherham to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Scunthorpe train from?

Rotherham to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rotherham Central station.

Where does the Rotherham to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Rotherham to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Rotherham to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotherham to Scunthorpe is 39 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Rotherham to Scunthorpe.

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

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

There are 295+ hotels available in Scunthorpe.

Rotherham to Scunthorpe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Rotherham to Scunthorpe by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Rotherham Central to DoncasterSheffield - Adwick / ...
2. Take the train from Doncaster to ScunthorpeStockport - Cleethorpes / ...
1h 26m
£14–34
Drive 38.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rotherham to Scunthorpe38.9 mi
43 min
£10–14
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rotherham Interchange/A1 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2X3
2. Take the train from Doncaster to ScunthorpeStockport - Cleethorpes / ...
1h 50m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rotherham to Scunthorpe38.9 mi
43 min
£80–100
Bus, train via Rotherham Interchange/A9
1. Take the bus from Rotherham Interchange/A9 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B5X2
2. Take the train from Doncaster to ScunthorpeStockport - Cleethorpes / ...
2h 6m
£14–31

Rotherham to Scunthorpe by train

140Weekly Trains

1h 26mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 35.5 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

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

You can take a train from Rotherham Central to Scunthorpe via Doncaster in around 1h 26m.

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