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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Scarborough
Cheapest price
$76
Average price
$100
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
155 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Scarborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Scarborough will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $76.
Of the 3 trains that leave Nottingham for Scarborough on Mon, Jun 29, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 29 the direct trains cover the 155 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Mon, Jun 29 the slowest trains will take 3 h 46 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.
7:50 AM3h10Nottingham11:00 AMScarborough$761One-way0 transfers
5:13 AM3h46Nottingham8:59 AMScarborough$951One-way0 transfers
11:17 AM3h42Nottingham2:59 PMScarborough$1291One-way0 transfers
- 7:50 AM3h10Nottingham11:00 AMScarborough$761One-way0 transfers
- 11:17 AM3h42Nottingham2:59 PMScarborough$1291One-way0 transfers
- 5:13 AM3h46Nottingham8:59 AMScarborough$951One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Nottingham to Scarborough
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Scarborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 96 miles (155 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$84 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Nottingham to Scarborough:
A bus is $59 (€49) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Scarborough costing on average $84 (€69).
Other travel options to Scarborough take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 56m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (2h 31m by train vs 2h 40m by car). Tickets start at around $84 (€69) compared to roughly $41 (€33) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Nottingham to Scarborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Scarborough trains for today, Sunday, June 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 C04398+G66991+C24496 | On time 8:30 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 4h30 | 1:00 PM Scarborough station (SCA) | 2 transfers | |
| C04398+C31955+G16209+G80212 | On time 8:30 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h30 | 12:00 PM Scarborough station (SCA) | 3 transfers | |
C21579+G16209+ W04523+G80212 | On time 9:19 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 2h41 | 12:00 PM Scarborough station (SCA) | 3 transfers | |
| C59842+C24496+C02038 | On time 9:45 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h15 | 1:00 PM Scarborough station (SCA) | 2 transfers | |
| C04441+P28844+G16315 | On time 10:45 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h15 | 2:00 PM Scarborough station (SCA) | 2 transfers | |
| J92070+G16315+C02050 | On time 10:49 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h11 | 2:00 PM Scarborough station (SCA) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Scarborough
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Trains from Nottingham to Scarborough run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 20:54. The fastest train covers the 96 miles (155 km) distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 96 miles (155 km) |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 5:08 AM |
Last train 8:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to Scarborough trainsNorthern Rail, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham and Scarborough from $19 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Nottingham to Scarborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham to Scarborough by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Scarborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nottingham to Scarborough
Most Nottingham to Scarborough trains use the Nottingham to Scarborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Scarborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Scarborough leave from?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Scarborough station do trains from Nottingham arrive at?
Getting to Scarborough from Scarborough city centre
Scarborough train station facilities and services
Scarborough has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Scarborough.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Scarborough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Scarborough.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Scarborough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Scarborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Scarborough: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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