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Elgin to Scunthorpe train prices and times

Looking to travel from Elgin to Scunthorpe? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £29.40, with average prices for this route around £30.80.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:37 Elgin	14:04 Scunthorpe	8h 27m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:56 Elgin	15:03 Scunthorpe	8h 7m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:53 Elgin	17:02 Scunthorpe	9h 9m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:49 Elgin	18:20 Scunthorpe	9h 31m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:52 Elgin	19:03 Scunthorpe	9h 11m, No direct	Find Tickets
11:39 Elgin	21:03 Paris	9h 24m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Elgin to Scunthorpe train route details

First train

05:37

Last train

22:16

Departure station

Elgin

Arrival station

Scunthorpe

Journey time

8h 7m

Distance

299 miles

Price

£29.40*

Train Operators

Northern, ScotRail, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Elgin to Scunthorpe

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Elgin to Scunthorpe can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Elgin to Scunthorpe for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Elgin to Scunthorpe, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Elgin to Scunthorpe ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Elgin to Scunthorpe train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

Trains from Elgin to Scunthorpe from £29.40*

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Elgin to Scunthorpe train prices and times

Elgin to Scunthorpe train route details