4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge to Scunthorpe
Cheapest price
£133
Average price
£146
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
4 h 41 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge to Scunthorpe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cambridge to Scunthorpe will cost around £146 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £133.
To travel from Cambridge to Scunthorpe you need to make at least 2 changes.
20:002h32Cambridge22:32Scunthorpe£1331One-way2 changes
19:543h21Cambridge23:15Scunthorpe£1481One-way2 changes
22:518h10Cambridge7:01Scunthorpe£1571One-way2 changes
- 20:002h32Cambridge22:32Scunthorpe£1331One-way2 changes
- 19:543h21Cambridge23:15Scunthorpe£1481One-way2 changes
- 22:518h10Cambridge7:01Scunthorpe£1571One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cambridge to Scunthorpe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cambridge to Scunthorpe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £55. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £55, and a train costs an average of £119.
Distance: 162 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£146 Average Price | £55 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 22m Average total duration 8h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cambridge to Scunthorpe train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge to Scunthorpe trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C02169+ W84665+C93336 · C18599 | Delayed 8:01 8:12Cambridge station (CBG) | 2h55 | 11:07 Scunthorpe station (SCU) | 3 changes | |
 G00959+G08088+W84670 | On time 9:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h07 | 12:07 Scunthorpe station (SCU) | 2 changes | |
 P66812+G80173+W84670+ C21811 | On time 9:30 Cambridge North (CMB) | 2h37 | 12:07 Scunthorpe station (SCU) | 3 changes | |
| G00960+G08095+W84677 | On time 10:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h06 | 13:06 Scunthorpe station (SCU) | 2 changes | |
G00964+ Y14834+W84683 | On time 11:00 Cambridge station (CBG) | 3h07 | 14:07 Scunthorpe station (SCU) | 2 changes | |
| P66825+G80176+W84683+C21810 | On time 11:30 Cambridge North (CMB) | 2h37 | 14:07 Scunthorpe station (SCU) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge to Scunthorpe
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cambridge to Scunthorpe run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £119 but you can travel from only £55 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 22:09. The fastest train covers the 162 km distance in 2h 32m.
Distance 162 km |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £119 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 5:47 |
Last train 22:09 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, Cross Country, Greater Anglia, Great Northern from Cambridge to Scunthorpe trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, Cross Country, Greater Anglia, Great Northern trains will get you between Cambridge and Scunthorpe from £55. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cambridge to Scunthorpe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge 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 Cambridge and Scunthorpe
Most Cambridge to Scunthorpe trains use the Cambridge to Scunthorpe station pair. Use this guide to compare Cambridge and Scunthorpe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cambridge station do trains to Scunthorpe leave from?
Getting to Cambridge from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge is 1 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge train station facilities and services
Cambridge has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge. ATMs are available at Cambridge.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cambridge.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Cambridge North from Cambridge city centre
Cambridge North is 3 km from Cambridge city centre. Public transport options include:
Cambridge North train station facilities and services
Cambridge North has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cambridge North.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cambridge North.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cambridge North: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cambridge North: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cambridge North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Scunthorpe station do trains from Cambridge 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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