The cheapest and fastest trains from Peterborough to Scarborough
Cheapest price
$89
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
2 h 8 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
190 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peterborough to Scarborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peterborough to Scarborough will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.
Of the 1 trains that leave Peterborough for Scarborough on Mon, Jun 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 190 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h 8 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.
1:52 PM2h08Peterborough4:00 PMScarborough$891One-way0 transfers
1:52 PM2h08Peterborough4:00 PMScarborough$891One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Peterborough to Scarborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Peterborough to Scarborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $79. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $79, and a train costs an average of $79.
Distance: 118 miles (190 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$85 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 1h 12m sooner (2h 1m by train vs 3h 13m by car). Tickets start at around $85 (€69) compared to roughly $49 (€40) 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.
Compare prices and tickets Peterborough to Scarborough by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Peterborough to Scarborough
Trains from Peterborough to Scarborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€64) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 21:54. The fastest train covers the 118 miles (190 km) distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 118 miles (190 km) |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€64) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 5:43 AM |
Last train 9:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Grand Central Trains from Peterborough to Scarborough trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Grand Central Trains trains will get you between Peterborough and Scarborough from $79 (€64). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
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FAQs: Trains from Peterborough to Scarborough
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peterborough 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 Peterborough to Scarborough
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Spittle Bank
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Outside station plus we can book by phone
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1 and between Platforms 4 and 5. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 ; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Services Office on Platform 1
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance and adjacent to BTP office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the station entrance.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3. The toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up /Drop off at the service bus stops on the main road outside of the station
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