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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Scunthorpe
Cheapest price
£75
Average price
£75
Fastest journey
5 h 12 m
Average duration
5 h 12 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
289 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Scunthorpe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Scunthorpe will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £75.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff 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 289 km distance in an average of 5 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 12 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.
11:545h12Cardiff17:06Scunthorpe£751One-way0 changes
- 11:545h12Cardiff17:06Scunthorpe£751One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Scunthorpe
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Scunthorpe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, and a train costs an average of £75.
Distance: 289 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£105 Average Price | £49 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 58m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Scunthorpe train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Scunthorpe trains for today, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:23 Cardiff | 5h42 | 14:05 Scunthorpe | 3 changes | |
.png) | 9:35 Cardiff | 5h30 | 15:05 Scunthorpe | 3 changes | |
| 10:30 Cardiff | 5h35 | 16:05 Scunthorpe | 3 changes | |
 | 11:45 Cardiff | 5h20 | 17:05 Scunthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 12:20 Cardiff | 4h45 | 17:05 Scunthorpe | 3 changes | |
| 13:20 Cardiff | 4h45 | 18:05 Scunthorpe | 3 changes | |
| 13:45 Cardiff | 5h21 | 19:06 Scunthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 14:20 Cardiff | 4h46 | 19:06 Scunthorpe | 3 changes | |
| 15:17 Cardiff | 4h49 | 20:06 Scunthorpe | 3 changes | |
| 15:45 Cardiff | 5h20 | 21:05 Scunthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 17:45 Cardiff | 4h21 | 22:06 Scunthorpe | 3 changes | |
| 17:45 Cardiff | 5h19 | 23:04 Scunthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 19:45 Cardiff | 11h16 | 7:01 Scunthorpe | 2 changes | |
| 21:20 Cardiff | 11h46 | 9:06 Scunthorpe | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Scunthorpe
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Scunthorpe run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £75 but you can travel from only £44 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 18:08. The fastest train covers the 289 km distance in 5h 12m.
Distance 289 km |
Average train duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £75 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 12m |
First train 4:32 |
Last train 18:08 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to Scunthorpe trainsTransport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and Scunthorpe from £44. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff to Scunthorpe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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 Cardiff and Scunthorpe
Most Cardiff to Scunthorpe trains use the Cardiff Central to Scunthorpe station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Scunthorpe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Which Scunthorpe station do trains from Cardiff 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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