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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Scunthorpe to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£168
Average price
£168
Fastest journey
4 h 29 m
Average duration
4 h 29 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
289 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Scunthorpe to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Scunthorpe to Cardiff will cost around £168 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £168.
Of the 1 trains that leave Scunthorpe for Cardiff 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 4 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 29 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.
9:084h29Scunthorpe13:37Cardiff£1681One-way0 changes
- 9:084h29Scunthorpe13:37Cardiff£1681One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Scunthorpe to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Scunthorpe to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 289 km
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£95 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Scunthorpe to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Scunthorpe to Cardiff trains for tomorrow, Saturday 4 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 9:08 Scunthorpe | 4h29 | 13:37 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Scunthorpe to Cardiff
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Scunthorpe to Cardiff run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 18:08. The fastest train covers the 289 km distance in 4h 29m.
Distance 289 km |
Average train duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 29m |
First train 4:33 |
Last train 18:08 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Scunthorpe to Cardiff trainsCrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Scunthorpe and Cardiff from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Scunthorpe to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Scunthorpe to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Scunthorpe and Cardiff
Most Scunthorpe to Cardiff trains use the Scunthorpe to Cardiff Central station pair. Use this guide to compare Scunthorpe and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Scunthorpe station do trains to Cardiff leave from?
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.
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.
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