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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Scunthorpe
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
109 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leicester to Scunthorpe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leicester to Scunthorpe will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 2 buses that leave Leicester for Scunthorpe every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 109 km distance in an average of 4 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 40 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.
14:054h40Leicester18:45Scunthorpe£171One-way0 changes- 13:054h40Leicester17:45Scunthorpe£171One-way0 changes
- 14:054h40Leicester18:45Scunthorpe£171One-way0 changes
- 13:054h40Leicester17:45Scunthorpe£171One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Leicester to Scunthorpe
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Scunthorpe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 49m. 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 coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 109 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £39 Average Price |
3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leicester to Scunthorpe bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leicester to Scunthorpe coaches for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:05 Leicester | 4h40 | 18:45 Scunthorpe | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 17 July | |||||
| 13:05 Leicester | 4h40 | 17:45 Scunthorpe | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leicester to Scunthorpe
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Leicester to Scunthorpe run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 09:09, the last at 14:05. The fastest coach covers the 109 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 109 km |
Average bus duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 35m |
First bus 9:09 |
Last bus 14:05 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 5 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Leicester to ScunthorpeYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Scunthorpe with National Express, FlixBus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Leicester to Scunthorpe coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leicester to Scunthorpe by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Scunthorpe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leicester and Scunthorpe
Most Leicester to Scunthorpe buses use the Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station to Scunthorpe, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Leicester and Scunthorpe bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station from Leicester city centre
Which Scunthorpe station do buses from Leicester arrive at?
Getting to Scunthorpe, Bus Station from Scunthorpe city centre
Scunthorpe, Bus Station is 1 km from Scunthorpe city centre. Public transport options include:
Scunthorpe, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Scunthorpe, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Scunthorpe, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Scunthorpe, Bus Station: Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Scunthorpe, Bus Station: Ramps.
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