How to travel from Nottingham to Scunthorpe

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Compare bus and train for Nottingham to Scunthorpe

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Scunthorpe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 8m. 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 bus costs an average of $19, while a train costs an average of $46.

Distance: 47 miles (77 km)

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Driving

$46

Average price

$19

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Cheapest

$21

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(fuel + tolls)

2h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 38m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 45m

Average total duration

2h 15m

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30m

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1h 27m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Transpennine Express

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National Express

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Nottingham to Scunthorpe is a bus with an average price of $19 (€16).

This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Scunthorpe:

A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Scunthorpe costing on average $46 (€39).

The fastest way to travel from Nottingham to Scunthorpe is by train with an average journey time of 2h 8m.

Other travel options to Scunthorpe take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nottingham and Scunthorpe including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Nottingham 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 $46 (€39) compared to roughly $21 (€18) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$24 (-€20). The journey takes 1h 38m versus 1h 27m 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.

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from Nottingham to Scunthorpe

How to get from Nottingham to Scunthorpe by train, bus or flight.

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train

The best way to travel from Nottingham to Scunthorpe is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Transpennine Express
    5:45 PM2h21
    Nottingham
    8:06 PMScunthorpe
    $501One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Transpennine Express
    5:45 PM2h21
    Nottingham
    8:06 PMScunthorpe
    $501One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Transpennine Express
    5:45 PM2h21
    Nottingham
    8:06 PMScunthorpe
    $501One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Nottingham to Scunthorpe

Travel to Scunthorpe easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Nottingham to Scunthorpe.

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There are 2 options to travel between Nottingham and Scunthorpe including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Nottingham to Scunthorpe is a bus with an average price of $19 (€16).

This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Scunthorpe:

A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Scunthorpe costing on average $46 (€39).

The fastest way to travel from Nottingham to Scunthorpe is by train with an average journey time of 2h 8m.

Other travel options to Scunthorpe take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 45m.

The distance from Nottingham to Scunthorpe is approximately 47 miles (77 km).
The average frequency per day from Nottingham to Scunthorpe is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nottingham and Scunthorpe as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Nottingham to Scunthorpe:
  • Trains mostly depart from Nottingham station (NOT) and arrive in Scunthorpe station (SCU).
  • Buses mostly depart from Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station and arrive in Scunthorpe, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nottingham to Scunthorpe, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Scunthorpe by bus.
  • Travel with Transpennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Hull Trains to go to Scunthorpe by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Nottingham to Scunthorpe:
  • 1 direct buses per day with National Express.
Omio customers who travel from Nottingham to Scunthorpe often also extend their vacation to go to London, Doncaster station (DON), London Kings Cross (KGX), Leeds, Manchester Piccadilly (MAN). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Scunthorpe and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Scunthorpe to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

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