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The cheapest and fastest trains from Derby to Scunthorpe
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
91 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Derby to Scunthorpe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Scunthorpe will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
Fast trains
To travel from Derby to Scunthorpe you need to make at least one change.

07:301h33
Derby09:03Scunthorpe
£521One-way
1 change

08:321h32
Derby10:04Scunthorpe
£521One-way
1 change

09:311h31
Derby11:02Scunthorpe
£521One-way
1 change

10:321h30
Derby12:02Scunthorpe
£521One-way
1 change

11:301h32
Derby13:02Scunthorpe
£521One-way
1 change

10:321h30
Derby12:02Scunthorpe
£521One-way
1 change

09:311h31
Derby11:02Scunthorpe
£521One-way
1 change

19:321h31
Derby21:03Scunthorpe
£521One-way
1 change

08:321h32
Derby10:04Scunthorpe
£521One-way
1 change

11:301h32
Derby13:02Scunthorpe
£521One-way
1 change
Live departures
Derby to Scunthorpe train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:55
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:30 Derby | 1h33 | 09:03 Scunthorpe | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:32 Derby | 1h32 | 10:04 Scunthorpe | 1 change | |
![]() | 09:31 Derby | 1h31 | 11:02 Scunthorpe | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:32 Derby | 1h30 | 12:02 Scunthorpe | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:30 Derby | 1h32 | 13:02 Scunthorpe | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Derby to Scunthorpe
Trains from Derby to Scunthorpe run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 91 km |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 05:02 |
Last train 22:09 |
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
Train companies: TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains from Derby to Scunthorpe trainsTransPennine Express, CrossCountry, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Derby and Scunthorpe from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 19m
Cheapest Price
£21
TransPennine Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
CrossCountry
About
CrossCountry is a fast-speed train operator in the United Kingdom, offering both express and regional services across the country. Express services, such as the CrossCountry Voyager and XC Trains, provide quick and comfortable journeys with amenities like free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. Regional services, including the CrossCountry Regional and Regional Express, make more local stops for a leisurely trip. Ticket options include Standard Class and First Class, as well as Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak fares to suit different budgets and schedules. Popular routes include London to Birmingham, Manchester to Edinburgh, and Bristol to Reading.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 46m
Cheapest Price
£19
CrossCountry frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 26m
Cheapest Price
£52
east_midlands_trains frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Derby to Scunthorpe train
FAQs: Travel by train from Derby to Scunthorpe easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Derby to Scunthorpe.

The train distance from Derby to Scunthorpe is 91 km.
Booking trains from Derby to Scunthorpe in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Derby to Scunthorpe covers a distance of 91 km and takes approximately 1h 58m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Derby to Scunthorpe can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £26, while the average price tends to be around £29.
The cheapest way to get from Derby to Scunthorpe is by train, costing approximately £26.
The first train from Derby to Scunthorpe leaves at 5:02.
The train station in Derby that goes to Scunthorpe is Derby station (DBY), and it arrives at Scunthorpe station (SCU).
The last train from Derby to Scunthorpe departs at 22:09.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Derby to Scunthorpe.
Trains from Derby to Scunthorpe run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Derby to Scunthorpe.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Derby to Scunthorpe.
To travel from Derby to Scunthorpe, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Derby to Scunthorpe.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Derby and Scunthorpe
Derby
Scunthorpe
The major train station for departures in Derby is Derby. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Derby for your trip from Derby to Scunthorpe.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:55 - 22:45 Saturday 04:55 - 22:45 Sunday 06:20 - 23:00
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A step free station. This station has step free access. There are lifts to all platforms. There is a subway to platforms 2,3,4 and 5. Platforms 6 and 7 are accessed by lift only. This station has tactile paving at the edges of all platforms and at the foot and top of stairwells.
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2/3 and Platform 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from Customer Reception upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Located in North Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Derby
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From the rear of the station, at the Pride Park exit
The major train station for arrivals in Scunthorpe is Scunthorpe. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Scunthorpe for your journey to Scunthorpe from Derby.
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:30 Saturday 05:45 - 19:30 Sunday 08:45 - 19:30
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News Agent on Platform 1 selling newspapers, magazines, snacks, hot and cold drinks. Opening hours approx 0645 to 1700 Monday to Saturday.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 1
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Scunthorpe
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside station entrance
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