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North Lincolnshire Museum
Museum of local iron and steelmaking on the old works site, with preserved buildings, machinery and guided heritage interpretation.
Cheapest price on 11 Sept
£23
Average ticket price on 11 Sept
£23
Fastest journey on 11 Sept
1 h 34 m
Average journey duration on 11 Sept
1 h 34 m
Trains on 11 Sept
1
Distance
28 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kingston upon Hull to Scunthorpe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kingston upon Hull to Scunthorpe will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
On Fri 11 Sept, we found 1 trains from Kingston upon Hull to Scunthorpe, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 28 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 34 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.


Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kingston upon Hull to Scunthorpe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 28 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£38 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kingston upon Hull to Scunthorpe:
A coach is £33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kingston upon Hull to Scunthorpe costing on average £38.
Other travel options to Scunthorpe take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 31m.
Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-30.12. The journey takes 1h 31m versus 38m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Kingston upon Hull to Scunthorpe trains for today, Thursday 10 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:53 Kingston upon Hull | 1h34 | 20:27 Scunthorpe | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Kingston upon Hull to Scunthorpe run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 28 km distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 28 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 5:13 |
Last train 22:53 |
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Museum of local iron and steelmaking on the old works site, with preserved buildings, machinery and guided heritage interpretation.
Open-air industrial museum preserving Scunthorpe's steelmaking story, including workers' buildings and seasonal heritage events.
Displays inside the historic hall present domestic interiors and local history, combining museum visits with the wider estate.
Historic estate with parkland, woodland walks, lakes and formal gardens; a popular local day out just north of Scunthorpe.
Large town park with gardens, play areas, sports spaces and lakeside paths, ideal for a relaxed walk near the centre.
Woodland and heath reserve with waymarked trails and wildlife habitats, good for gentle walks and quieter time outdoors.
Lincolnshire sausages are coarsely cut pork sausages heavily seasoned with sage, a county staple long associated with local butchery and farmhouse cooking.
Haslet is a seasoned Lincolnshire pork loaf made with minced pork and herbs, usually eaten cold in sandwiches or with pickles.
Plum bread is a regional enriched fruit loaf from Lincolnshire, sliced and served with butter, especially at tea time.
Well-known town-centre restaurant serving Turkish and Mediterranean dishes, including charcoal grills and meze, in stylish surroundings.
Modern Indian restaurant known for curries, grills and a smart yet relaxed setting popular for evening meals.
Established pub-style venue serving steaks, grills and British comfort food in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than in London or York, while buses and everyday costs stay manageable for most visitors.
Service is often included only in larger restaurants. If not, tip 10-12.5% for good service. Round up taxi fares, and café tipping is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kingston upon Hull 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.

Most Kingston upon Hull to Scunthorpe trains use the Hull to Scunthorpe station pair. Use this guide to compare Kingston upon Hull and Scunthorpe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hull has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Hull.
Wi-Fi is available at Hull. ATMs are available at Hull.
Ticket office support is available at Hull.
Available at Hull: Parking, WC.
Available at Hull: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hull: 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. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. 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. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, 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.
Scunthorpe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Scunthorpe.
Wi-Fi is available at Scunthorpe.
Ticket office support is available at Scunthorpe.
Available at Scunthorpe: Parking, WC.
Available at Scunthorpe: Bike Parking.
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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