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Rotunda Museum
Excellent local museum in a pioneering circular building, showcasing geology, fossils, and Scarborough’s scientific heritage near South Bay.
Cheapest price
€72
Average price
€126
Fastest journey
3 h 7 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Trains per day
4
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 €126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €72.
It's difficult to get from Nottingham to Scarborough without transferring at least 2 times.
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P00051Omio 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 €16. 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 €16, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 96 miles (155 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
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€69 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest | €33 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 |
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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 €49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Scarborough costing on average €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 €69 compared to roughly €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.
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Scarborough trains for today, Wednesday, August 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:45 PM Nottingham | 3h14 | 5:59 PM Scarborough | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:45 PM Nottingham | 3h15 | 7:00 PM Scarborough | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 4:45 PM Nottingham | 3h14 | 7:59 PM Scarborough | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:45 PM Nottingham | 3h15 | 9:00 PM Scarborough | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:45 PM Nottingham | 3h14 | 9:59 PM Scarborough | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:45 PM Nottingham | 3h31 | 11:16 PM Scarborough | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:45 PM Nottingham | 3h08 | 11:53 PM Scarborough | 2 transfers | |
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G89729+ G00738+ P00051 | 8:18 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h42 | 12:00 PM Scarborough station (SCA) | 2 transfers | |
C21731+ C02000+ P00051 | 8:45 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h15 | 12:00 PM Scarborough station (SCA) | 2 transfers | |
C21265+ G80211+ P00051 | 8:50 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h10 | 12:00 PM Scarborough station (SCA) | 2 transfers | |
C21335 · C21769+ W84665+ G80211 | 8:53 AM Nottingham station (NOT) | 3h07 | 12:00 PM Scarborough station (SCA) | 4 transfers | |
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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 €21 but you can travel from only €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 €21 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 5:08 AM |
Last train 8:54 PM |
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Discover the best of Scarborough — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Scarborough trip today.
Excellent local museum in a pioneering circular building, showcasing geology, fossils, and Scarborough’s scientific heritage near South Bay.
Scarborough’s main museum and gallery, covering archaeology, social history, fine art, and the town’s development as a seaside resort.
Volunteer-run museum with model railways, displays, and archive material celebrating Scarborough’s important railway and seaside transport story.
Large clifftop park with Italian gardens, clock tower, and sea views. Ideal for strolling between South Bay, the spa, and Esplanade.
Classic resort seafront with beach, arcades, harbour views, and promenades. A lively area central to Scarborough’s identity and appeal.
Popular urban park with boating lake, pagoda, mature trees, and family space. A relaxing green break close to the town centre.
Fresh North Sea fish in crisp batter with chips. A Scarborough seafront staple tied to the town’s fishing heritage and classic Yorkshire seaside dining.
Small cold-water prawns landed on the Yorkshire coast, prized for their sweet flavour. Often served simply in sandwiches, salads or with lemon.
Traditional Yorkshire fruit loaf made with tea-soaked dried fruit and spice. Commonly served sliced with butter in cafés and homes across the region.
Long-established seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, shellfish and classic British cooking in a polished yet relaxed setting.
Popular seafront fish and chip restaurant serving traditional Yorkshire coast favourites in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere.
Historic traditional pub serving cask ales and hearty British meals. A characterful spot for local beer and classic comfort food.
Moderate for a UK seaside town. Hotels rise in summer, but dining and local buses are usually cheaper than in larger UK tourist cities.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafes do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Scarborough Railway Station -> Westborough, 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.

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.
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 options are available at Nottingham.
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
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.
Scarborough has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Scarborough.
Wi-Fi is available at Scarborough.
Ticket office support is available at Scarborough.
Available at Scarborough: Parking, WC.
Available at Scarborough: Bike Parking.
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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