How much does a train ticket from Doncaster to Scunthorpe cost?

The average train ticket price from Doncaster to Scunthorpe is $21. The best way to find train tickets from Doncaster to Scunthorpe is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Doncaster to Scunthorpe?

A train trip between Doncaster and Scunthorpe is around 25m, although the fastest train will take about 22m. This is the time it takes to travel the 21 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Doncaster and Scunthorpe?

The number of trains from Doncaster to Scunthorpe can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 20. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Doncaster to Scunthorpe by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Trains from Doncaster to Scunthorpe | Northern, Transpennine Express

TodayMay 1

from $16

TomorrowMay 2

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One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 1 at 3:42pm
Departure city: Doncaster
Departure location: Interchange, stand C7
Arrival time: May 1 at 4:06pm
Destination city: Scunthorpe
Destination location: Crowle
Operated by: Northern
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 24m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 1 at 10:38pm
Departure city: Doncaster
Departure location: Interchange, stand C7
Arrival time: May 1 at 11:00pm
Destination city: Scunthorpe
Destination location: Crowle
Operated by: Transpennine Express
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 22m
Departure time: May 1 at 5:42pm
Departure city: Doncaster
Departure location: Interchange, stand C7
Arrival time: May 1 at 6:06pm
Destination city: Scunthorpe
Destination location: Crowle
Operated by: Northern
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 24m
Departure time: May 1 at 10:38pm
Departure city: Doncaster
Departure location: Interchange, stand C7
Arrival time: May 1 at 11:00pm
Destination city: Scunthorpe
Destination location: Crowle
Operated by: Transpennine Express
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 22m
Departure time: May 1 at 7:42pm
Departure city: Doncaster
Departure location: Interchange, stand C7
Arrival time: May 1 at 8:07pm
Destination city: Scunthorpe
Destination location: Crowle
Operated by: Northern
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 25m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Doncaster to Scunthorpe.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $14	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$15 - $31	Average Duration25m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $8	Average Duration40m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Doncaster to Scunthorpe

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Scunthorpe. The journey takes about 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

40mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest ticket

1kgCO₂ emissions

Train Doncaster to Scunthorpe: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$21

Average train trip duration25m

Number of daily trains20

Earliest train departure6:55am

Distance21 miles (33 km)

Latest train departure10:48pm

Train Companies

Northern

4/523 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi2.8

Transpennine Express

3.5/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, WESTbahn

Doncaster to Scunthorpe Train

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/29

$14

04/30

$19

Today

$16

05/02

$16

05/03

$14

05/04

$14

05/05

No data

05/06

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The cheapest trip from Doncaster to Scunthorpe was searched and found on Apr 29, 2025 with a price of $14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Doncaster to Scunthorpe, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $14 to $29 for a train ticket from Doncaster to Scunthorpe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-05-04.

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Train Travel Tips

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Scunthorpe you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Doncaster and Scunthorpe, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Doncaster to Scunthorpe, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

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