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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Scunthorpe
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
3 h 37 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
310 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Scunthorpe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Scunthorpe will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
To travel from Edinburgh to Scunthorpe you need to make at least one change.
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W8470514:044h03Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:07Scunthorpe station (SCU)£371One-way2 changes- G01169+C02066+W8471916:054h02Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)20:07Scunthorpe station (SCU)£371One-way2 changes
- C02046+W8470514:303h37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:07Scunthorpe station (SCU)£401One-way1 change
- C02066+W8471916:303h37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)20:07Scunthorpe station (SCU)£401One-way1 change
- C01988+W8471215:303h37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)19:07Scunthorpe station (SCU)£401One-way1 change
- C02046+W8470514:303h37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:07Scunthorpe station (SCU)£401One-way1 change
- C02066+W8471916:303h37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)20:07Scunthorpe station (SCU)£401One-way1 change
- C01988+W8471215:303h37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)19:07Scunthorpe station (SCU)£401One-way1 change
- C02014+W8470013:303h37Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)17:07Scunthorpe station (SCU)£421One-way1 change
- G01169+C02066+W8471916:054h02Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)20:07Scunthorpe station (SCU)£371One-way2 changes
Live departures
Edinburgh to Scunthorpe train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:30 Edinburgh | 3h36 | 13:06 Scunthorpe | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:30 Edinburgh | 4h36 | 15:06 Scunthorpe | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Scunthorpe
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Scunthorpe run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 20:48. The fastest train covers the 310 km distance in 3h 36m.
Distance 310 km |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 36m |
First train 5:14 |
Last train 20:48 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) from Edinburgh to Scunthorpe trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) trains will get you between Edinburgh and Scunthorpe from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Scunthorpe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and Scunthorpe
Most Edinburgh to Scunthorpe trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Scunthorpe station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Scunthorpe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket 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 Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), 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 Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, 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.
Which Scunthorpe station do trains from Edinburgh 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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