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The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Scarborough

Showing times and prices for Jul 08

Cheapest price

$28

Average price

$53

Fastest journey

1 h 16 m

Average duration

1 h 17 m

Trains per day

Distance

92 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Scarborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Leeds to Scarborough will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.

Fast trains

Of the 18 trains that leave Leeds for Scarborough on Tue, Jul 08, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Jul 08 the direct trains cover the 92 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .

On Tue, Jul 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

C26906

12:41PM1h18

Leeds station (LDS)

01:59PMScarborough station (SCA)

$281One-way

0 transfers

C26909

11:42AM1h17

Leeds station (LDS)

12:59PMScarborough station (SCA)

$291One-way

0 transfers

C26903

01:41PM1h18

Leeds station (LDS)

02:59PMScarborough station (SCA)

$291One-way

0 transfers

C26912

10:42AM1h17

Leeds station (LDS)

11:59AMScarborough station (SCA)

$311One-way

0 transfers

C26915

09:42AM1h17

Leeds station (LDS)

10:59AMScarborough station (SCA)

$311One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Leeds to Scarborough

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Scarborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €10.

Distance: 56 miles (91 km)

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus
€23 Average price Cheapest	€0 Average price
2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Leeds to Scarborough train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, July 8

Last updated at 8:40 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Y02531+C27275	On time 7:12 AM Headingley (HDY)	1h47	8:59 AM Scarborough station (SCA)	1 transfer
Y02531+C27275	On time 7:15 AM Burley Park (BUY)	1h44	8:59 AM Scarborough station (SCA)	1 transfer
C27275	On time 7:43 AM Leeds station (LDS)	1h16	8:59 AM Scarborough station (SCA)	0 transfersDirect
Y02519+C26915	On time 8:13 AM Headingley (HDY)	1h46	9:59 AM Scarborough station (SCA)	1 transfer
Y02519+C26915	On time 8:15 AM Burley Park (BUY)	1h44	9:59 AM Scarborough station (SCA)	1 transfer
C26915	On time 8:42 AM Leeds station (LDS)	1h17	9:59 AM Scarborough station (SCA)	0 transfersDirect
Y02469+C26912	On time 9:12 AM Headingley (HDY)	1h47	10:59 AM Scarborough station (SCA)	1 transfer
Y02469+C26912	On time 9:14 AM Burley Park (BUY)	1h45	10:59 AM Scarborough station (SCA)	1 transfer
C26912	On time 9:42 AM Leeds station (LDS)	1h17	10:59 AM Scarborough station (SCA)	0 transfersDirect
Y02454+C26909	On time 10:13 AM Headingley (HDY)	1h46	11:59 AM Scarborough station (SCA)	1 transfer
Y02454+C26909	On time 10:15 AM Burley Park (BUY)	1h44	11:59 AM Scarborough station (SCA)	1 transfer
C26909	On time 10:42 AM Leeds station (LDS)	1h17	11:59 AM Scarborough station (SCA)	0 transfersDirect
Y02499+C26906	On time 11:12 AM Headingley (HDY)	1h47	12:59 PM Scarborough station (SCA)	1 transfer
Y02499+C26906	On time 11:15 AM Burley Park (BUY)	1h44	12:59 PM Scarborough station (SCA)	1 transfer
C26906	On time 11:41 AM Leeds station (LDS)	1h18	12:59 PM Scarborough station (SCA)	0 transfersDirect
Y05459+C26903	On time 12:13 PM Headingley (HDY)	1h46	1:59 PM Scarborough station (SCA)	1 transfer
Y05459+C26903	On time 12:15 PM Burley Park (BUY)	1h44	1:59 PM Scarborough station (SCA)	1 transfer
C26903	On time 12:41 PM Leeds station (LDS)	1h18	1:59 PM Scarborough station (SCA)	0 transfersDirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Leeds to Scarborough?

The best time to book your train from Leeds to Scarborough is 63 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Leeds to Scarborough route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Leeds to Scarborough per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Leeds to Scarborough.

Trains

from $22

Journey information

Overview: Train from Leeds to Scarborough

United Kingdom

Trains from Leeds to Scarborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

56 miles (91 km)

Average train duration

1h 55m

Cheapest ticket price

$12 (€10)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 16m

First train

04:17

Last train

22:45

Price information

Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) and first_transpennine_express from Leeds to Scarborough trains

Find the best trains between Leeds and Scarborough with Omio's travel partners TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) and first_transpennine_express from $16 (€13). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets.. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Train information from Leeds to Scarborough with TransPennine Express:

Average Duration: 1 h 14 min
Cheapest Price: $16

Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. The company operates local and commuter trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. The rail network in the UK has been run by over 20 train companies, but they work together as National Rail with coordinated fares and ticketing. Tickets such as Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day are available to purchase for routes with Northern. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

Leeds to Scarborough train information with Northern Rail (3):

Average Duration: 2 h 43 min
Cheapest Price: $62
Northern Rail (3) frequency: 17 a day

FAQs: Trains from Leeds to Scarborough

FAQs: Travel by train from Leeds to Scarborough easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Leeds to Scarborough.

Cheap train tickets from Leeds to Scarborough can start from as little as $14 (€11) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Leeds to Scarborough is $25 (€20); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Leeds to Scarborough train travel time is 1 h 14 min for the 56 mile (91 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Leeds to Scarborough leaves at 5: 38 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Leeds to Scarborough leaves at 10: 45 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Leeds to Scarborough without having to change trains with TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express. There are 2 direct trains from Leeds to Scarborough each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Take the Leeds to Scarborough train with TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey from Leeds to Scarborough as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 45 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Leeds, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Scarborough, located 0.1 miles (66 m) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Scarborough from Leeds is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 14 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Leeds to Scarborough is March.

You have options as you can travel between Leeds and Scarborough 2 different ways: train or bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Leeds to Scarborough

Leeds

Scarborough

The major train station for departures in Leeds is Leeds. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leeds for your trip from Leeds to Scarborough.

Leeds

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

New Station St, Leeds LS1 4DY, United Kingdom

Phone Number

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
Sun: 06:45 - 22:30

Wifi

Free Wi-Fi in the station.

Lockers

Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Dining

Bagel Factory
Caffè Nero
KFC
Leon
McDonald's
The Pasty Shop
Starbucks
Pret a Manger
JD Wetherspoon
Delice de France

Taxis

Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.

Accessibility

There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.

Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
National key toilets: Yes
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Hotel