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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Scunthorpe
Showing times and prices for 05 Jun
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
77 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Scunthorpe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Scunthorpe will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Nottingham 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 77 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 21 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.
9:452h21Nottingham12:06Scunthorpe£191One-way0 changes
- 9:452h21Nottingham12:06Scunthorpe£191One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nottingham to Scunthorpe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Scunthorpe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 77 km
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2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare prices and tickets Nottingham to Scunthorpe by train or coach
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Why should you book Nottingham to Scunthorpe trains with Omio?
East Midlands Railway as well as Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited and more offer trains services from Nottingham to Scunthorpe.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Nottingham to Scunthorpe.
Why book with Omio vs East Midlands Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for East Midlands Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Scunthorpe.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare East Midlands Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Nottingham to Scunthorpe.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Nottingham to Scunthorpe.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Nottingham to Scunthorpe.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Scunthorpe
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Trains from Nottingham to Scunthorpe run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:14, the last at 22:09. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 2h 16m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £13
Distance 77 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 5:14 |
Last train 22:09 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 3 days |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £13
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited from Nottingham to Scunthorpe trainsEast Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains, Cross Country, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Nottingham and Scunthorpe from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Railway
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 21m
Cheapest Price
£38
East Midlands Railway frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
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 16m
Cheapest Price
£17
Transpennine Express frequency
3 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
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 56m
Cheapest Price
£48
east_midlands_trains frequency
14 a day
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest Price
£69
Cross Country frequency
2 a day
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 48m
Cheapest Price
£37
Northern Trains Limited frequency
10 a day
FAQs: Nottingham to Scunthorpe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Nottingham to Scunthorpe can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £30.
The train journey from Nottingham to Scunthorpe covers a distance of 77 km and takes approximately 2h 16m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Nottingham to Scunthorpe is 77 km.
The first train from Nottingham to Scunthorpe leaves at 5:14.
The last train from Nottingham to Scunthorpe departs at 22:09.
Trains from Nottingham to Scunthorpe run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Nottingham to Scunthorpe.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Nottingham to Scunthorpe.
To get from Nottingham to Scunthorpe, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Nottingham to Scunthorpe.
The train station in Nottingham that goes to Scunthorpe is Nottingham station (NOT), and it arrives at Scunthorpe station (SCU).
The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Scunthorpe is by coach, costing approximately £13.
Booking trains from Nottingham to Scunthorpe in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Nottingham to Scunthorpe.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Scunthorpe
Nottingham
Scunthorpe
The major train station for departures in Nottingham is Nottingham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Nottingham for your trip from Nottingham to Scunthorpe.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: none
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at 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 the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Nottingham
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.
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 Nottingham.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
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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