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London to Scarborough train prices and times

Looking to travel from London to Scarborough? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £17.10, with average prices for this route around £24.20.

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

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Thu, Aug 7
From £24.20
Fri, Aug 8
From £23.40
Sat, Aug 9
From £18.30
Sun, Aug 10
From £24.20
Mon, Aug 11
From £24.20
Tue, Aug 12
From £17.10
Wed, Aug 13
From £24.20

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
18:00 London Kings Cross	20:59 Scarborough	2h 59m, No direct	Find Tickets
19:00 London Kings Cross	21:59 Scarborough	2h 59m, No direct	Find Tickets
20:00 London Kings Cross	23:16 Scarborough	3h 16m, No direct	Find Tickets
20:30 London Kings Cross	23:53 Scarborough	3h 23m, No direct	Find Tickets
23:33 London Kings Cross	07:08+1 Scarborough	7h 35m, No direct	Find Tickets
23:35 London St Pancras International	08:59+1 Paris	9h 24m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

London to Scarborough train route details

First train

07:00

Last train

23:35

Departure station

London

Arrival station

Scarborough

Journey time

2h 59m

Distance

193 miles

Price

£17.10*

Train Operators

Northern, Grand Central, East Midlands Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from London to Scarborough

Season Tickets for frequent travels

For frequent travellers between London and Scarborough, consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in Southeast England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from London to Scarborough during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards 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 London to Scarborough, 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 London to Scarborough 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.

London to Scarborough train ticket types

Save money on your trip from London to Scarborough with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

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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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
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%.

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