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Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Scunthorpe to Manchester per day. The average train journey from Scunthorpe to Manchester takes 2 hours and 36 minutes, but some TransPennine Express train trips are as short as 2 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 66 mi (106 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 35m |
| Lowest price | €51.02 |
| Most frequent service | TransPennine Express |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Scunthorpe to Manchester?
TransPennine Express is the one and only train line which connects Scunthorpe to Manchester. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| TransPennine Express | 1 | 2h 36m | €51.02 |
TransPennine Express train tickets from Scunthorpe to Manchester start from €51, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 TransPennine Express schedules to Manchester. TransPennine Express in Scunthorpe leaves from Scunthorpe Train Station . And in Manchester trains arrive at Mauldeth Rd and one other train station.
From Scunthorpe to Manchester train travel on TransPennine Express takes 2 hours and 36 minutes. If you are looking to get to Manchester faster, TransPennine Express offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 35 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, TransPennine Express offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Manchester.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Scunthorpe to Manchester tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Scunthorpe at 07:00 and arrives in Manchester around 2 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Manchester to Scunthorpe.
City Information
Manchester
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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Scunthorpe?
Main departure station: Scunthorpe Train Station
There is one train station in Scunthorpe.
All train stations in Scunthorpe:
Scunthorpe Train Station
Where is the train station in Manchester?
Main arrival station: Mauldeth Rd
Manchester receives travelers from Scunthorpe at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Manchester:
Mauldeth Rd
Burnage
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