4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Scunthorpe
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
2 h 21 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Scunthorpe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Scunthorpe will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester for Scunthorpe on Sat, Jun 20, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:13 AM1h53Manchester10:06 AMScunthorpe$361One-way0 transfers- 7:13 AM1h53Manchester9:06 AMScunthorpe$371One-way0 transfers
- 11:54 AM2h33Manchester2:27 PMScunthorpe$681One-way0 transfers
- 10:15 AM2h51Manchester1:06 PMScunthorpe$691One-way0 transfers
- 9:30 AM2h36Manchester12:06 PMScunthorpe$691One-way0 transfers
- 8:13 AM1h53Manchester10:06 AMScunthorpe$361One-way0 transfers
- 7:13 AM1h53Manchester9:06 AMScunthorpe$371One-way0 transfers
- 11:54 AM2h33Manchester2:27 PMScunthorpe$681One-way0 transfers
- 9:30 AM2h36Manchester12:06 PMScunthorpe$691One-way0 transfers
- 10:15 AM2h51Manchester1:06 PMScunthorpe$691One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester to Scunthorpe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Scunthorpe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a bus costs an average of $30.
Distance: 65 miles (105 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$42 Average price Cheapest | $48 Average price | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Scunthorpe:
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Manchester to Scunthorpe costing on average $48 (€39).
Other travel options to Scunthorpe take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 0m.
Tickets start at around $42 (€34) compared to roughly $28 (€23) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-14.07 (€-11.53). The journey takes 2h 19m versus 1h 50m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Manchester to Scunthorpe train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Scunthorpe trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:13 PM Manchester | 2h03 | 10:16 PM Scunthorpe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
| 7:13 AM Manchester | 1h53 | 9:06 AM Scunthorpe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:13 AM Manchester | 1h53 | 10:06 AM Scunthorpe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:30 AM Manchester | 2h36 | 12:06 PM Scunthorpe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:15 AM Manchester | 2h51 | 1:06 PM Scunthorpe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:54 AM Manchester | 2h33 | 2:27 PM Scunthorpe | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Scunthorpe
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Scunthorpe run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:38, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 65 miles (105 km) |
Average train duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 12:38 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express from Manchester to Scunthorpe trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Manchester and Scunthorpe from $23 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Scunthorpe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Scunthorpe by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Scunthorpe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Scunthorpe
Most Manchester to Scunthorpe trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Scunthorpe station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Scunthorpe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Scunthorpe leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Manchester Oxford Road from Manchester city centre
Manchester Oxford Road train station facilities and services
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Scunthorpe station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Scunthorpe from Scunthorpe city centre
Scunthorpe train station facilities and services
Scunthorpe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Scunthorpe.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Scunthorpe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Scunthorpe.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Scunthorpe: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Scunthorpe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Scunthorpe: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access from Platform 1 to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 05:30 - 20:00 Sunday: 08:45 - 20:00 This station is Category B2. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train on platform 1 can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station or access to platform 2 when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located on Platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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