Peterborough to Scunthorpe by train

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Overview: trains from Peterborough to Scunthorpe

Find the key information for travelling by train from Peterborough to Scunthorpe, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:42 View journey
Last train 22:51 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 19m View journey
Distance (km) 116
Trains / day 72 View all
Cheapest journey CA$107.94 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 6m
Train operators 7

Travelling by train from Peterborough to Scunthorpe

Ready to travel from Peterborough to Scunthorpe by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train travel between Peterborough and Scunthorpe: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Peterborough to Scunthorpe:

  • Cheapest tickets: CA$107.94

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 4 months in advance.

Departure frequency and timetable from Peterborough to Scunthorpe

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Peterborough to Scunthorpe:

  • 06:42 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 21:53 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 07:06 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 22:51 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 7 minutes from Peterborough toward Scunthorpe.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 72 trains serving this route each day.

How long is the train journey from Peterborough to Scunthorpe?

This journey covers a total of 116 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 1 hour and 19 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Peterborough and Scunthorpe?

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

Making your Peterborough to Scunthorpe travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Scunthorpe.

FAQs about the train journey from Peterborough to Scunthorpe

Want to know more about your journey from Peterborough to Scunthorpe? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance from Peterborough to Scunthorpe is 116 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.