Scunthorpe to Doncaster bus with National Express

Fri 21 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Scunthorpe to Doncaster

Showing times and prices for 22 Nov

Cheapest price

£11

Average price

£11

Fastest journey

50 m

Average duration

50 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

32 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Scunthorpe to Doncaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Scunthorpe to Doncaster will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Scunthorpe for Doncaster every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 32 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 50 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.

National Express
09:250h50
Scunthorpe
10:15Doncaster
£111One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Scunthorpe to Doncaster

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Scunthorpe to Doncaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £7.

Distance: 32 km

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Train

£11

Average Price

Cheapest

£14

Average Price

1h 28m

Average total duration

58m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

35m

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Direct Options

Direct Options

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

Live departures

Scunthorpe to Doncaster bus times

The table below shows live departures for Scunthorpe to Doncaster coaches for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 09:08
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX15210:25 Scunthorpe, Bus Station
0h50
11:15 Doncaster, Trafford Way0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Scunthorpe to Doncaster

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Buses from Scunthorpe to Doncaster run on average 1 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £7 by train.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:40, the last at 22:50. The fastest coach covers the 32 km distance in 50m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £7
Distance
32 km
Average bus duration
58m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
50m
First bus
05:40
Last bus
22:50
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £7

Bus providers: National Express, Hornsbys, North Lincolnshire Council, Stagecoach East Midlands from Scunthorpe to DoncasterYou can travel by bus between Scunthorpe to Doncaster with National Express, Hornsbys, North Lincolnshire Council, Stagecoach East Midlands for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
50m
Cheapest Price
£11
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Hornsbys

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 8m
Hornsbys frequency
1 a day

North Lincolnshire Council

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 28m
North Lincolnshire Council frequency
1 a day

Stagecoach East Midlands

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
£3
Stagecoach East Midlands frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Scunthorpe to Doncaster coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Scunthorpe to Doncaster 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 Doncaster, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Scunthorpe to Doncaster can start from as little as £11 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Scunthorpe to Doncaster is £12; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Scunthorpe to Doncaster coach travel time is 50 min   for the 20 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Scunthorpe to Doncaster leaves at 05: 25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Scunthorpe to Doncaster leaves at 16: 50.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Scunthorpe to Doncaster with Stagecoach East Midlands. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
Take the Scunthorpe to Doncaster coach with National Express, Megabus, Bus, North Lincolnshire Council, Hornsbys or Stagecoach East Midlands. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey to Doncaster from Scunthorpe as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Scunthorpe, Bus Station, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Doncaster, Trafford Way, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Doncaster from Scunthorpe is worth doing with a journey time of 50 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Scunthorpe to Doncaster by coach is February.
You have options as you can travel between Scunthorpe and Doncaster 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Scunthorpe to Doncaster has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Scunthorpe to Doncaster.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Scunthorpe to Doncaster.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Scunthorpe to Doncaster.
    No, luggage for the coach from Scunthorpe to Doncaster needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Scunthorpe to Doncaster.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Scunthorpe to Doncaster.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Scunthorpe to Doncaster.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Scunthorpe to Doncaster.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Scunthorpe and Doncaster

    Scunthorpe
    Doncaster
    The major coach station for departures in Scunthorpe is Scunthorpe, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Scunthorpe, Bus Station for your trip from Scunthorpe to Doncaster.
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    Amenities at bus station
    ParkingParking
    ATMATM
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-20:00
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    Distance to city center
    1 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Fenton Street
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Scunthorpe, Bus Station
    • Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Train: Scunthorpe Station

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