Is there a direct train from Leicester to Scunthorpe?

The journey between Leicester and Scunthorpe usually involves 5 changes of train.We usually find at least one departure on the route from Leicester to Scunthorpe every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Leicester to Scunthorpe?

The Leicester to Scunthorpe train travel takes about 1 hour and 53 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Leicester to Scunthorpe train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Scunthorpe leaving Leicester at around 00:01 and the last train leaving at around 23:55.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Leicester at around 01:19, with the final departure at 23:01.

Leicester to Scunthorpe by train

First train

00:01
Last train

23:55

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

1hr 53m

Distance

111 kilometres
Trains per day

42

Avg. journey time

4hr
Train operators

Taking the train from Leicester to Scunthorpe

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Cost of train travel from Leicester to Scunthorpe

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Leicester to Scunthorpe:

Cheapest ticket: CA$73.47
Pricing when booking a month in advance:
Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

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Leicester to Scunthorpe departure timetable

On this route, 42 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Leicester at 00:01 and the last leaving at 23:55 during the week.

For weekend travel to Scunthorpe, the earliest departure is at 01:19 and the last one is at 23:01. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 13 minutes.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Leicester to Scunthorpe?

On this route spanning 111 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 1 hour and 53 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Leicester and Scunthorpe?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Leicester and Scunthorpe 4 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Learn more about train travel from Leicester to Scunthorpe

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Leicester and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Scunthorpe city guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is the travel distance between Leicester and Scunthorpe by train?

The total journey from Leicester to Scunthorpe is 111 kilometres.

How much does a train ticket from Leicester to Scunthorpe cost?

The cheapest ticket on this route is CA$73.47. When booked 30 days ahead, the price is typically . If booked 7 days in advance, expect to pay around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains from Leicester to Scunthorpe?

Tickets for this journey become available 4 months before the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Leicester to Scunthorpe by train?

The fastest journey is 1 hour and 53 minutes.

Scunthorpe to Leicester by train

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