Leeds to Scunthorpe: Road Trip Guide & Distance

39.7 miles 63.9 km · straight line
55.3 miles actual route 89 km · driving distance
1h 7min estimated drive time
£8 - £10 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
112° ESE bearing direction

How far is Leeds from Scunthorpe?

The distance from Leeds to Scunthorpe is 39.7 miles (63.9 km) as the crow flies. Scunthorpe is located ESE of Leeds. By car, the driving distance is approximately 55.3 miles, taking about 1h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Leeds and Scunthorpe. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Leeds to Scunthorpe

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 7min £8 - £10 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 20min $4–$8* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Leeds & Scunthorpe

Quick Facts

Leeds
53.80°N, 1.55°W
Europe/London
63m elevation
Scunthorpe
53.58°N, 0.65°W
Europe/London
46m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 13 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 627.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM