The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Scunthorpe
Cheapest price
£107
Average price
£107
Fastest journey
5 h 7 m
Average duration
5 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
329 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Scunthorpe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Scunthorpe will cost around £107 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £107.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bournemouth for Scunthorpe every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 329 km distance in an average of 5 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 7 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.
10:595h07Bournemouth16:06Scunthorpe£1071One-way0 changes
10:595h07Bournemouth16:06Scunthorpe£1071One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bournemouth to Scunthorpe
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Scunthorpe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £102.
Distance: 329 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£104 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration 8h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Scunthorpe
Trains from Bournemouth to Scunthorpe run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £102 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 22:09. The fastest train covers the 329 km distance in 5h 7m.
Distance 329 km |
Average train duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £102 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 7m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 22:09 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
FAQs: Bournemouth to Scunthorpe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth to Scunthorpe by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Scunthorpe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Scunthorpe
Most Bournemouth to Scunthorpe trains use the Bournemouth to Scunthorpe station pair. Use this guide to compare Bournemouth and Scunthorpe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bournemouth station do trains to Scunthorpe leave from?
Getting to Bournemouth from Bournemouth city centre
Bournemouth is 1 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Bournemouth train station facilities and services
Bournemouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bournemouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bournemouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bournemouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bournemouth: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bournemouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bournemouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Pokesdown from Bournemouth city centre
Pokesdown is 4 km from Bournemouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Pokesdown train station facilities and services
Pokesdown has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pokesdown.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Pokesdown.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pokesdown.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pokesdown: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Pokesdown: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Which Scunthorpe station do trains from Bournemouth arrive at?
Getting to Scunthorpe from Scunthorpe city centre
Scunthorpe train station facilities and services
Scunthorpe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Scunthorpe.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Scunthorpe.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Scunthorpe.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Scunthorpe: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Scunthorpe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Scunthorpe: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access from Platform 1 to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 05:30 - 20:00 Sunday: 08:45 - 20:00 This station is Category B2. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train on platform 1 can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station or access to platform 2 when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located on Platform 1, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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