Scunthorpe to Plymouth train with Northern Trains Limited

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Scunthorpe to Plymouth

Showing times and prices for 25 Jun

Cheapest price

£123

Average price

£123

Fastest journey

7 h 27 m

Average duration

7 h 27 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

429 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Scunthorpe to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Scunthorpe to Plymouth will cost around £123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £123.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Scunthorpe for Plymouth 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 429 km distance in an average of 7 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 27 m .

The slowest trains will take 7 h 27 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.

  • Great Western Railway
    11:487h27
    Scunthorpe
    19:15Plymouth
    £1231One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Scunthorpe to Plymouth

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Scunthorpe to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £50. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £50, and a train costs an average of £87.

Distance: 429 km

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Coach

£111

Average Price

£56

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Cheapest

8h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

7h 33m

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30m

Additional time*

9h 50m

Average total duration

9h 20m

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Live departures

Scunthorpe to Plymouth train times

The table below shows live departures for Scunthorpe to Plymouth trains for today, Wednesday 24 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
TransPennine Express5:47 Scunthorpe
7h01
12:48 Plymouth1 change
TransPennine Express7:04 Scunthorpe
6h43
13:47 Plymouth1 change
TransPennine Express8:08 Scunthorpe
6h39
14:47 Plymouth1 change
TransPennine Express9:08 Scunthorpe
6h39
15:47 Plymouth1 change
TransPennine Express10:08 Scunthorpe
6h40
16:48 Plymouth1 change
TransPennine Express11:08 Scunthorpe
6h39
17:47 Plymouth1 change
TransPennine Express12:08 Scunthorpe
6h39
18:47 Plymouth1 change
TransPennine Express13:08 Scunthorpe
6h39
19:47 Plymouth1 change
TransPennine Express14:08 Scunthorpe
6h41
20:49 Plymouth1 change
TransPennine Express16:08 Scunthorpe
6h42
22:50 Plymouth1 change
TransPennine Express17:08 Scunthorpe
6h35
23:43 Plymouth1 change
Northern Trains Limited22:48 Scunthorpe
13h00
11:48 Plymouth1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Scunthorpe to Plymouth

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Trains from Scunthorpe to Plymouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £87 but you can travel from only £50 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 429 km distance in 7h 27m.

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 £50
Distance
429 km
Average train duration
7h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
£87
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
7h 27m
First train
5:24
Last train
23:55
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Best time to book
28 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 £50

Train companies: Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Scunthorpe to Plymouth trainsNorthern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Scunthorpe and Plymouth from £50. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13h 0m
Cheapest Price
£327
Northern Trains Limited frequency
1 a day

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 35m
Cheapest Price
£346
TransPennine Express frequency
9 a day

FAQs: Scunthorpe to Plymouth train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Scunthorpe to Plymouth 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 Plymouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Scunthorpe to Plymouth can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £87, while the average price tends to be around £111.
The train journey from Scunthorpe to Plymouth covers a distance of 429 km and takes approximately 7h 27m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Scunthorpe to Plymouth is 429 km.
The first train from Scunthorpe to Plymouth leaves at 5:24.
The last train from Scunthorpe to Plymouth departs at 23:55.
Trains from Scunthorpe to Plymouth run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Scunthorpe to Plymouth.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Scunthorpe to Plymouth.
To get from Scunthorpe to Plymouth, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Scunthorpe to Plymouth.
The train station in Scunthorpe that goes to Plymouth is Scunthorpe station (SCU), and it arrives at Plymouth station (PLY).
The cheapest way to get from Scunthorpe to Plymouth is by coach, costing approximately £50.
Booking trains from Scunthorpe to Plymouth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To fully experience Plymouth's historic sites, waterfront attractions, and vibrant cultural scene, a stay of 2 to 3 days is ideal.
Yes, you can take the train from Scunthorpe to Plymouth.

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Important Stations and Airports in Scunthorpe and Plymouth

Scunthorpe
Plymouth
The major train station for departures in Scunthorpe is Scunthorpe. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Scunthorpe for your trip from Scunthorpe to Plymouth.
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ParkingParking
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information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:30 Saturday 05:45 - 19:30 Sunday 08:45 - 19:30
Shopping
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
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
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
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
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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