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It takes an average of 3h 37m to travel from London Kings Cross to Scunthorpe by train, over a distance of around 144 miles (231 km). There are normally 65 trains per day travelling from London Kings Cross to Scunthorpe and tickets for this journey start from £22.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:55 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:35 | |
| Departure station | London Kings Cross | |
| Arrival station | Scunthorpe | |
| Journey time | From 2h 6m | |
| Distance | 144 miles (231 km) | |
| Frequency | 65 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £22.50 | |
| Train operators | East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express |
Travelling from London Kings Cross to Scunthorpe by train
Looking to travel from London Kings Cross to Scunthorpe by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 37 minutes to travel from London Kings Cross to Scunthorpe by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 6 minutes though. You'll usually find 65 trains per day running along the 144 miles (231 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Scunthorpe, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or TransPennine Express to get to Scunthorpe. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from London Kings Cross to Scunthorpe in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £22.50.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from London Kings Cross to Scunthorpe?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.