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

The cheapest way to get from Sleaford to Scunthorpe is to line 31 bus and line 103 bus which costs £6 - £12 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sleaford to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Sleaford and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Sleaford to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Lloyds Avenue via Central Bus Station and Dunstan Hill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Sleaford and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Sleaford to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Sleaford and arriving at Scunthorpe via Lincoln Central and Barnetby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Sleaford to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Sleaford and Scunthorpe is 62 miles. The road distance is 46.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sleaford to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £25 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Sleaford to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sleaford to Scunthorpe bus from?

Sleaford to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, depart from Market Place station.

Where do I catch the Sleaford to Scunthorpe train from?

Sleaford to Scunthorpe train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sleaford station.

Train or bus from Sleaford to Scunthorpe?

The best way to get from Sleaford to Scunthorpe is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £25 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 31 bus and line 103 bus, which costs £6 - £12 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Sleaford to Scunthorpe bus arrive?

Sleaford to Scunthorpe bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Midlands, arrive at Central Bus Station.

Where does the Sleaford to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Sleaford to Scunthorpe train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Lincoln Central station.

Can I drive from Sleaford to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Sleaford to Scunthorpe is 47 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Sleaford to Scunthorpe.

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

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

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Sleaford to Scunthorpe - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 31 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Lincoln CentralPeterborough - Lincoln Central / ...
2. Take the train from Lincoln Central to BarnetbyMatlock - Cleethorpes / ...
2h 57m
£25–39
Line 31 bus, line 103 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Central Bus Station31 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Dunstan Hill103
4h 22m
£7–11
Drive 46.6 mi
1. Drive from Sleaford to Scunthorpe46.6 mi
56 min
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sleaford to Scunthorpe46.6 mi
56 min
£95–120

Sleaford to Scunthorpe by train

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Distance: 61.7 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England and Scunthorpe, England?

You can take a train from Sleaford to Scunthorpe via Lincoln Central and Barnetby in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Lloyds Avenue via Central Bus Station and Dunstan Hill in around 4h 22m.

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