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Manchester Oxford Road to Scunthorpe by train

First train

06:08

Last train

20:09

Departure station

Manchester Oxford Road

Arrival station

Scunthorpe

Journey time

From 1h 49m

Distance

66 miles (106 km)

Frequency

15 trains per day

Changes

Direct trains available

Train operators

TransPennine Express

How to travel from Manchester Oxford Road to Scunthorpe by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Scunthorpe? Look no further.

You'll usually find 15 trains per day running between Manchester Oxford Road and Scunthorpe, which usually take 1 hour 56 minutes to complete the 66 miles (106 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 49 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. TransPennine Express trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Scunthorpe.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Manchester Oxford Road to Scunthorpe if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Scunthorpe? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Manchester Oxford Road to Scunthorpe? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Scunthorpe take?

The average journey time by train between Manchester Oxford Road and Scunthorpe is 1 hour and 56 minutes, with around 15 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Manchester Oxford Road and Scunthorpe by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Manchester Oxford Road to Scunthorpe is 1 hour and 49 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Manchester Oxford Road to Scunthorpe?

Yes, it is possible to travel from Manchester Oxford Road to Scunthorpe without having to change trains. There are 15 direct trains from Manchester Oxford Road to Scunthorpe each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.

What time does the first train from Manchester Oxford Road to Scunthorpe leave?

The first train from Manchester Oxford Road to Scunthorpe leaves at 06:08. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Manchester Oxford Road to Scunthorpe leave?

The last train from Manchester Oxford Road to Scunthorpe leaves at 20:09. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Manchester Oxford Road and Scunthorpe by train?

Trains travelling from Manchester Oxford Road to Scunthorpe cover a distance of around 66 miles (106 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Scunthorpe to Manchester Oxford Road.

Cheap train tickets from Manchester Oxford Road to Scunthorpe

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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