How to travel from Leeds to Scarborough

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Compare train and bus for Leeds to Scarborough

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Scarborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $30, while a train costs an average of $30.

Distance: 57 miles (92 km)

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Driving

$30

Average price

Cheapest

$25

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 50m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 20m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 41m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to Scarborough is a bus with an average price of $19.

This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Scarborough:

A bus is $6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Scarborough costing on average $25.

The fastest way to travel from Leeds to Scarborough is by train with an average journey time of 1h 50m.

Other travel options to Scarborough take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Scarborough including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Leeds to Scarborough among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 21m faster (1h 20m by train vs 1h 41m by car) and roughly $0.05 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($25 vs $25). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Leeds to Scarborough

How to get from Leeds to Scarborough by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Leeds to Scarborough is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Transpennine ExpressG16355
    8:41 AM1h20
    Leeds station (LDS)
    10:01 AMScarborough station (SCA)
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Transpennine ExpressG16355
    8:41 AM1h20
    Leeds station (LDS)
    10:01 AMScarborough station (SCA)
    $131One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Transpennine ExpressG16209
    10:42 AM1h18
    Leeds station (LDS)
    12:00 PMScarborough station (SCA)
    $141One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Transpennine ExpressG16205
    9:41 AM1h18
    Leeds station (LDS)
    10:59 AMScarborough station (SCA)
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressC24496
    11:41 AM1h19
    Leeds station (LDS)
    1:00 PMScarborough station (SCA)
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressG16315
    12:41 PM1h19
    Leeds station (LDS)
    2:00 PMScarborough station (SCA)
    $141One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Leeds to Scarborough

Travel 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 Leeds to Scarborough.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Leeds and Scarborough including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to Scarborough is a train with an average price of $30.
The fastest way to travel from Leeds to Scarborough is by train with an average journey time of 1h 50m.
The distance from Leeds to Scarborough is approximately 57 miles (92 km).
The average frequency per day from Leeds to Scarborough is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leeds and Scarborough as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Leeds to Scarborough:
  • Trains mostly depart from Leeds station (LDS) and arrive in Scarborough station (SCA).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leeds to Scarborough, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail to go to Scarborough by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Leeds to Scarborough:
  • 5 direct trains per day with Transpennine Express.
Omio customers who travel from Leeds to Scarborough often also extend their vacation to go to York, London, Dewsbury, Garforth, Manchester. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Scarborough and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Scarborough to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Scarborough allows visitors to explore its beautiful beaches, historic sites, and local attractions comfortably.

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