London, United Kingdom to Scunthorpe: Road Trip Guide & Distance

144.8 miles 233.1 km · straight line
169.4 miles actual route 272.6 km · driving distance
3h 37min estimated drive time
£26 - £32 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
351° N bearing direction

How far is London, United Kingdom from Scunthorpe?

The distance from London, United Kingdom to Scunthorpe is 144.8 miles (233.1 km) as the crow flies. Scunthorpe is located N of London, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 169.4 miles, taking about 3h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 London, United Kingdom 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 London, United Kingdom to Scunthorpe

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 37min £26 - £32 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 20min $14–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 26min $20–$59* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between London, United Kingdom & Scunthorpe

Quick Facts

London, United Kingdom
51.51°N, 0.13°W
Europe/London
11m 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 48 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 171.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM