- Must visit
The British Museum
World-famous museum with major collections spanning ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Asia. A top choice for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$84
Fastest journey
3 h 7 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Scarborough to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Scarborough to London will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
It's difficult to get from Scarborough to London without transferring at least once.
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G15816Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Scarborough to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 192 miles (309 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$102 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $97 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 21m Average total duration 7h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg 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 Scarborough to London:
A bus is $72 (€59) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Scarborough to London costing on average $102 (€84).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 51m.
You'll arrive about 1h 34m sooner (3h 30m by train vs 5h 4m by car). Tickets start at around $102 (€84) compared to roughly $97 (€80) 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 Scarborough to London trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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C01926+ G16070 | Delayed 8:55 AM 8:53 AMScarborough station (SCA) | 3h06 | 11:59 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C01944+ G16075 | Delayed 9:54 AM 9:55 AMScarborough station (SCA) | 3h04 | 12:59 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C02004+ G16080 | Delayed 10:55 AM 10:51 AMScarborough station (SCA) | 3h08 | 1:59 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C01940+ G16085 | Delayed 11:55 AM 11:53 AMScarborough station (SCA) | 3h06 | 2:59 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C02028+ G16090 | Delayed 12:55 PM 12:53 PMScarborough station (SCA) | 3h06 | 3:59 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C02008+ G16096 | Delayed 1:55 PM 1:53 PMScarborough station (SCA) | 3h07 | 5:00 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C02012+ G16100 | Delayed 2:55 PM 2:53 PMScarborough station (SCA) | 3h09 | 6:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C02045+ G16106 | Delayed 3:55 PM 3:53 PMScarborough station (SCA) | 3h09 | 7:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C01986+ G16110 | Delayed 4:56 PM 4:53 PMScarborough station (SCA) | 3h06 | 7:59 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C02068+ G16114 | Delayed 5:55 PM 5:53 PMScarborough station (SCA) | 3h06 | 8:59 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C01991+ G16120 | Delayed 6:55 PM 6:53 PMScarborough station (SCA) | 3h06 | 9:59 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
C02063+ G16124 | Delayed 8:05 PM 7:53 PMScarborough station (SCA) | 3h17 | 11:10 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
G16136+ C02018 | On time 8:53 PM Scarborough station (SCA) | 3h42 | 12:35 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Scarborough to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€27) but you can travel from only $20 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 21:54. The fastest train covers the 192 miles (309 km) distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 192 miles (309 km) |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€27) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 5:21 AM |
Last train 9:54 PM |
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Leading modern and contemporary art gallery in a former power station on the Thames. Popular for its collection and river views.
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Riverside walking area with major views of the Thames, bridges, landmarks, and a busy cultural atmosphere.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Scarborough to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Scarborough to London trains use the Scarborough to London Kings Cross station pair, with some services arriving at London St Pancras International. Use this guide to compare Scarborough and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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