What is the cheapest way to get from Scunthorpe to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The cheapest way to get from Scunthorpe to Houghton-Le-Spring is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Scunthorpe to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The fastest way to get from Scunthorpe to Houghton-Le-Spring is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Scunthorpe and Houghton-Le-Spring?

No, there is no direct bus from Scunthorpe station to Houghton-Le-Spring. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Houghton Le Spring via Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 and Sunderland Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Scunthorpe to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The distance between Scunthorpe and Houghton-Le-Spring is 131 miles. The road distance is 114.5 miles.

How do I travel from Scunthorpe to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car?

The best way to get from Scunthorpe to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car is to train and line 20 bus which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Scunthorpe to Houghton-Le-Spring?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Scunthorpe to Houghton-Le-Spring, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scunthorpe to Houghton-Le-Spring bus from?

Scunthorpe to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 station.

Where does the Scunthorpe to Houghton-Le-Spring bus arrive?

Scunthorpe to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sunderland Interchange station.

Can I drive from Scunthorpe to Houghton-Le-Spring?

Yes, the driving distance between Scunthorpe to Houghton-Le-Spring is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Scunthorpe to Houghton-Le-Spring.

Where can I stay near Houghton-Le-Spring?

There are 2007+ hotels available in Houghton-Le-Spring.

Scunthorpe to Houghton-Le-Spring - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 20 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Scunthorpe to Houghton-Le-Spring by train, bus, or car

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

Train, line 20 bus
best
1. Take the train from Scunthorpe to Doncaster
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Durham
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand D to Houghton-Le-Spring20 / ...
3h 4m
£36–72
Drive 113.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Scunthorpe to Houghton-Le-Spring113.8 mi
2h 24m
£29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Sunderland Interchange436
5h 30m
£47–75

Scunthorpe to Houghton-Le-Spring by train and bus

129Weekly Services

3h 4mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 130.3 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Scunthorpe, England and Houghton-Le-Spring, England?

National Express operates a bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Sunderland Interchange once daily. Tickets cost £35–55 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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