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Outbound fromPortsmouth to Scunthorpe by train
| First train | 22:52 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:52 | |
| Departure station | Portsmouth | |
| Arrival station | Scunthorpe | |
| Journey time | From 11h 12m | |
| Distance | 192 miles (309 km) | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From £33.70 | |
| Train operators | TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southern |
Taking the train from Portsmouth to Scunthorpe in 11 hours 12 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Portsmouth to Scunthorpe? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 11 hours 12 minutes to travel the 192 miles (309 km) from Portsmouth to Scunthorpe by train, although you can get there in as little as 11 hours 12 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 3 changes 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 Portsmouth to Scunthorpe in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £33.70. 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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