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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Scunthorpe is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Scunthorpe is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Scunthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Scunthorpe. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Scunthorpe via Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Scunthorpe?

The distance between Sunderland and Scunthorpe is 132 miles. The road distance is 117.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Scunthorpe without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £40 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Sunderland to Scunthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Scunthorpe train from?

Sunderland to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, depart from Sunderland station.

Train or bus from Sunderland to Scunthorpe?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Scunthorpe is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £40 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Sunderland to Scunthorpe train arrive?

Sunderland to Scunthorpe train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Scunthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Scunthorpe is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Sunderland to Scunthorpe.

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

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Where can I stay near Scunthorpe?

There are 279+ hotels available in Scunthorpe.

Sunderland to Scunthorpe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 5 ways to get from Sunderland to Scunthorpe 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
best
1. Take the train from Sunderland to DoncasterSunderland - London Kings Cross
2h 55m
£42–52
Drive 116.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sunderland to Scunthorpe116.9 mi
2h 24m
£30–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7436
3h 57m
£34–50
Train via Central Station
1. Take the train from Newcastle to DoncasterEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 20m
£36–103
Line 20 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Bus Station Stand D20 / ...
2. Take the train from Durham to DoncasterNewcastle - Reading / ...
3h 44m
£36–92

Sunderland to Scunthorpe by train

5Weekly Trains

2h 55mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 131.5 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

Grand Central Trains operates a train from Sunderland to Doncaster 5 times a week. Tickets cost £30–33 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 twice daily. Tickets cost £21–30 and the journey takes 3h.

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