On average the Wakefield to Scarborough train time is 2 h 10 min covering the 60 miles (97 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or traveling on weekends and holidays.

Q: Which train station from Wakefield to Scarborough do I depart from? Which Scarborough train station from Wakefield do I arrive in?

Omio customers book a train from Wakefield Westgate to Scarborough most frequently for this route.

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Overview: Train from Wakefield to Scarborough

	Distance	60 miles (97 km)
	Average train duration	2 h 10 min
	Direct train	No
	Train providers	Transpennine Express, LNER, Northern Rail or TransPennine Express Service

Trains from Wakefield to Scarborough cover the 60 miles (97 km) long trip taking on average 2 h 10 min with our travel partners like Transpennine Express, LNER, Northern Rail or TransPennine Express Service. There are direct train services available. Travelers depart most frequently from Wakefield Westgate and arrive in Scarborough.

Train companies: First TransPennine Express 3 and Northern Rail (3) from Wakefield to Scarborough trains

Find the best route to Scarborough from Wakefield with First TransPennine Express 3 and Northern Rail (3). Comparing schedules and prices and booking the most popular route has never been easier with over 1000 travel companies on Omio.

Northern Rail (3)

First TransPennine Express 3

Northern Trains is one of many publicly owned train operating companies in the United Kingdom. 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. Headquartered in York, Northern 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. Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day tickets can be purchased for Northern train journeys to Scarborough from Wakefield. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

Enjoy a smooth and easy journey from Wakefield to Scarborough with First TransPennine Express 3! As an official travel partner of First TransPennine Express 3, Omio can help you search current train schedules and timetables from First TransPennine Express 3, compare the best routes to Scarborough from Wakefield as well as the class fares available for this route (including information on baggage allowance and amenities provided onboard), and buy the most affordable First TransPennine Express 3 Wakefield to Scarborough train ticket available today. If you search for First TransPennine Express 3 tickets in the Omio app, you can also see if they are mobile tickets so that you can travel paperless rather than needing to wait in a line at the train station in person to purchase tickets. Once you find your ideal route, book your one-way train to Scarborough from Wakefield on Omio or in the Omio app in just a few simple steps. You can then sit back and enjoy the 60 miles (97 km) route to Scarborough from Wakefield with ease and comfort on a train with First TransPennine Express 3.

Travel Tips: Trains from Wakefield to Scarborough

Travel Tips: Travel by train 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 Wakefield to Scarborough.

The train distance from Wakefield to Scarborough is around 60 miles (97 km).

On average the Wakefield to Scarborough train time is 2 h 10 min covering the 60 miles (97 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or traveling on weekends and holidays.

Omio customers book a train from Wakefield Westgate to Scarborough most frequently for this route.

The most popular departure train station with passengers for this trip, called Wakefield Westgate, is located 0.3 miles (536 m) from the city center of Wakefield.

The most popular arrival train station, Scarborough, is located 0.3 miles (463 m) away from the city center of Scarborough.

When taking a train from Wakefield to Scarborough, you can count on Transpennine Express, LNER, Northern Rail or TransPennine Express Service for the best way to get you to Scarborough. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Scarborough from Wakefield and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Wakefield

Scarborough

The major railway station for departures from Wakefield is Wakefield Westgate. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Wakefield Westgate for your journey between Wakefield and Scarborough.

Amenities at station

Wifi

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Wakefield Westgate station, Mulberry Way, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 2QN

Public transit options for Wakefield Westgate

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop (W9) in the short-stay car park.

Amenities at station

Wifi

Parking

ATM

Accessibility

Address

Wakefield Kirkgate station, Monk Street, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 4EL

Phone Number

+44 8002006060

Public transit options for Wakefield Kirkgate

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station entrance.

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