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What is the best way to travel from Scunthorpe to Birmingham?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Birmingham from Scunthorpe. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
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Travel time
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Daily departures
Train
2h 20m
£22
£23
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What is the cheapest way to reach Birmingham from Scunthorpe?

You can reach Birmingham with just £22 by taking a Train from TransPennine Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from £22
Friday
Saturday

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • TransPennine Express
    3h 19m
    0
    05:48
    Scunthorpe
    Crowle Train Station
    09:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £22
  • TransPennine Express
    3h 9m
    0
    05:58
    Scunthorpe
    Crowle Train Station
    09:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £22
  • TransPennine Express
    2h 20m
    0
    07:08
    Scunthorpe
    Crowle Train Station
    09:28
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £22
  • Northern
    3h 28m
    0
    10:00
    Scunthorpe
    Crowle Train Station
    13:28
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £22
  • Northern
    3h 28m
    0
    08:00
    Scunthorpe
    Crowle Train Station
    11:28
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £29

What are the fastest trips from Scunthorpe to Birmingham?

You can get to Birmingham from Scunthorpe in just 2h 20m with a Train from TransPennine Express. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
from 2h 20m
Friday
Saturday

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • TransPennine Express
    2h 20m
    0
    07:08
    Scunthorpe
    Crowle Train Station
    09:28
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £22
  • TransPennine Express
    3h 9m
    0
    05:58
    Scunthorpe
    Crowle Train Station
    09:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £22
  • TransPennine Express
    3h 19m
    0
    05:48
    Scunthorpe
    Crowle Train Station
    09:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £22
  • Northern
    3h 28m
    0
    10:00
    Scunthorpe
    Crowle Train Station
    13:28
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £22
  • Northern
    3h 28m
    0
    08:00
    Scunthorpe
    Crowle Train Station
    11:28
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £29
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Scunthorpe to Birmingham

What are the most popular stations in Scunthorpe and Birmingham?

In Scunthorpe, you will usually depart from Fenton St, Crowle Train Station or Bus Stop, while in Birmingham you will be arriving at New Street Train Station, Moor Street or Great Charles St Queensway, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Birmingham from Scunthorpe? With 5 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Scunthorpe and Birmingham, you can pay as low as £22 with a Train from TransPennine Express.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from TransPennine Express: you will get to Birmingham in just 2h 20m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Scunthorpe and Birmingham are TransPennine Express and Northern, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Scunthorpe and Birmingham is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Burton upon Stather or to Erdington, and look at flights from Doncaster Sheffield Airport, and landing at Birmingham Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Scunthorpe to Birmingham?

The most popular companies between Scunthorpe and Birmingham, are TransPennine Express and Northern. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: TransPennine Express and Northern

All you need to know when you travel from Scunthorpe to Birmingham

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Scunthorpe to Birmingham. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Scunthorpe to Birmingham

How can I reach Birmingham from Scunthorpe?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Birmingham from Scunthorpe.

How far is Birmingham from Scunthorpe?

The distance between Scunthorpe and Birmingham is 148.3 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Scunthorpe and Birmingham?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 4 kgs of CO2, a train 5 kgs, a car 25 kgs, and a flight 36 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Scunthorpe to Birmingham?

You can get to Birmingham with just £22 by taking a Train from TransPennine Express.

What is the fastest way to get from Scunthorpe to Birmingham?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Birmingham in just 2h 20m with a Train from TransPennine Express.

More routes to Scunthorpe and to Birmingham

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Scunthorpe and to Birmingham. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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