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Outbound fromLuton to Scunthorpe by train
It takes an average of 5h 39m to travel from Luton to Scunthorpe by train, over a distance of around 118 miles (190 km). There are normally 8 trains per day travelling from Luton to Scunthorpe and tickets for this journey start from £45.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:43 | |
| Departure station | Luton | |
| Arrival station | Scunthorpe | |
| Journey time | From 2h 53m | |
| Distance | 118 miles (190 km) | |
| Frequency | 8 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £45.10 | |
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Taking the train from Luton to Scunthorpe in 2 hours 53 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Luton to Scunthorpe? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 39 minutes to travel the 118 miles (190 km) from Luton to Scunthorpe by train, although you can get there in as little as 2 hours 53 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 8 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with East Midlands Railway, Thameslink or TransPennine Express to Scunthorpe. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Luton to Scunthorpe in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £45.10. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Scunthorpe by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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