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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sheffield to Scunthorpe
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$25
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$25
Fastest journey on Sep 18
55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
55 m
Trains on Sep 18
1
Distance
58 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sheffield to Scunthorpe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sheffield to Scunthorpe will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Fast trains
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 1 trains from Sheffield to Scunthorpe, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 58 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 55 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.
4:11 PM0h55Sheffield5:06 PMScunthorpe$251One-way0 transfers
- 4:11 PM0h55Sheffield5:06 PMScunthorpe$251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Sheffield to Scunthorpe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sheffield to Scunthorpe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $25, while a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 36 miles (58 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$25 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Sheffield to Scunthorpe is a train with an average price of $25.
The fastest way to travel from Sheffield to Scunthorpe is by train with an average journey time of 55m.
Yes, you can take a train between Sheffield and Scunthorpe.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Sheffield to Scunthorpe among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around $25 compared to roughly $17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-7.84. The journey takes 55m versus 52m 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
Sheffield to Scunthorpe train times
The table below shows live departures for Sheffield to Scunthorpe trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 4:11 PM Sheffield | 0h55 | 5:06 PM Scunthorpe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:10 PM Sheffield | 0h59 | 9:09 PM Scunthorpe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:11 PM Sheffield | 1h05 | 10:16 PM Scunthorpe | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sheffield to Scunthorpe
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Sheffield to Scunthorpe run on average 7 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 36 miles (58 km) distance in 51m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 36 miles (58 km) |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 5:14 AM |
Last train 10:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 84 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Transpennine Express from Sheffield to Scunthorpe trainsTranspennine Express trains will get you between Sheffield and Scunthorpe from $19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transpennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
51m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
$19
Transpennine Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
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Things to do in Scunthorpe
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- Vegetarian
Lincolnshire Plum Bread
Plum bread is a fruity spiced loaf from nearby Lincolnshire, usually sliced and served with butter. It is a long-standing regional teatime favourite.
- Gluten-free
Stuffed Chine
Stuffed chine is salted pork neck stuffed with parsley, common in Lincolnshire butchers. It is a traditional cold cut for sandwiches and festive tables.
Colosseo
Popular steakhouse and grill known for generous cuts, burgers and a lively modern atmosphere suited to casual dinners.
Blue Bell Inn
Established Indian restaurant serving classic curries, tandoori dishes and friendly service in a comfortable setting.
The Berkeley Hotel
Well-known traditional pub offering hearty British meals, beers and a relaxed atmosphere popular with locals.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and meals are usually cheaper than major UK tourist cities, while local buses and everyday costs stay fairly manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £6-10 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £35+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis. Cafes usually do not require tips.
Stagecoach Bus
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- £2
- Day pass
- £4.80
To the city center
Scunthorpe Railway Station -> Scunthorpe Bus Station
- Distance
- 0.6 km
- Travel time
- 8 min
- Stagecoach buses in Scunthorpe generally accept contactless card payment on board. Check the fare before boarding or use the app for mobile tickets.
- Scunthorpe has no tram or metro system, so local public transport is mainly by bus and rail. Buy tickets from the operator app or on the bus where available.
FAQs: Trains from Sheffield to Scunthorpe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sheffield 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.
Train ticket prices from Sheffield to Scunthorpe can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $19, while the average price is around $25.
The train from Sheffield to Scunthorpe takes 51m and runs 7 per day.
The first train from Sheffield to Scunthorpe leaves at 5:14 AM.
The distance by train from Sheffield to Scunthorpe is 36 miles (58 km).
The last train from Sheffield to Scunthorpe leaves at 10:54 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Sheffield to Scunthorpe.
Yes, there is a direct train from Sheffield to Scunthorpe. This service operates 7 times per day, provided by TransPennine Express.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Sheffield to Scunthorpe.
The train station in Sheffield that goes to Scunthorpe is Sheffield station (SHF), which connects to Scunthorpe station (SCU).
The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Scunthorpe is by train, with a cost of around $19.
Yes, you can take the train from Sheffield to Scunthorpe.
Since neither Sheffield nor Scunthorpe are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Popular day trips by train from Scunthorpe include Leeds, Doncaster, Manchester, Grimsby, Cleethorpes.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Sheffield to Scunthorpe among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the BritRail Pass are valid on most trains within the United Kingdom, offering unlimited travel on participating train operators for a set period.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Sheffield to Scunthorpe
Most Sheffield to Scunthorpe trains use the Sheffield to Scunthorpe station pair. Use this guide to compare Sheffield and Scunthorpe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Sheffield
Arrival train stations in Scunthorpe
Which Sheffield station do trains to Scunthorpe leave from?
Trains from Sheffield to Scunthorpe leave from Sheffield. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Sheffield city centre at Sheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP.
SheffieldSheffield station, Sheaf Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S1 2BP+44 8704420104
City-centre transport
Getting to Sheffield from Sheffield city centre
Bus56 · 1m · $5 · every ~7 min
TramBlue, Purp, Yell · 4m · every ~20 min
Sheffield train station facilities and services
Sheffield has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Sheffield.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Sheffield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sheffield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sheffield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Sheffield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sheffield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the concourse and ticket hall. There are lifts available to all platforms. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
MeadowhallMeadowhall station, Meadowhall Road, Meadowhall, South Yorkshire, S9 1JQ+44 8002006060
City-centre transport
Getting to Meadowhall from Sheffield city centre
Meadowhall is 5 km from Sheffield city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainSheffield - Leeds, Sheffield - Huddersfield, Nottingham - Leeds, Sheffield - Adwick, Lincoln Central - Leeds, Sheffield - Scarborough, Sheffield - Doncaster, Sheffield - Lockwood, Sheffield - York, Sheffield - Hull, Sheffield - Bridlington, Sheffield - Barnsley, Chesterfield - Leeds, Retford - Leeds, Sheffield - Wakefield Kirkgate, Lincoln Central - Huddersfield, Lincoln Central - Lockwood, Alfreton - Leeds, Sheffield - Penistone, Sheffield - Beverley, Retford - Meadowhall, Sheffield - Carlisle, Nottingham - Barnsley · 5m · $2 · every ~15 min
BusUk905 · 10m · $1
X17, 137, 65 · 18m · $5 · every ~7 min
X1, X2 · 19m · every ~13 min
65 · 22m · $5
70A, 70 · 48m · every ~3 min
TramBlue, Yell · 18m · every ~16 min
Meadowhall train station facilities and services
Meadowhall has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Meadowhall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Meadowhall: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Meadowhall: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Meadowhall: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Step-free access to all platforms via fairly steep ramps (up to 50m long). Please allow sufficient time for your connecting service if you are changing trains at this station, 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: 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 Sheffield arrive at?
Trains from Sheffield to Scunthorpe arrive at Scunthorpe. Scunthorpe is 0 miles (1 km) from Scunthorpe city centre.
ScunthorpeScunthorpe station, Station Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN15 6PY+44 1895262122
City-centre transport
Getting to Scunthorpe from Scunthorpe city centre
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesOutside station entrance
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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