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East Midlands Railway

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Scarborough to London by train

It takes an average of 4h 20m to travel from Scarborough to London by train, over a distance of around 192 miles (309 km). There are normally 92 trains per day traveling from Scarborough to London and tickets for this journey start from $46.92 when you book in advance.

First train

4:43 am

Last train

10:45 pm

Departure station

Scarborough

Arrival station

London

Journey time

From 2h 54m

Distance

192 miles (309 km)

Frequency

92 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Price

From $46.92

Train operators

CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Northern, Greater Anglia, Hull Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Southeastern, Thameslink, TransPennine Express

Take the train from Scarborough to London in 2 hours 54 minutes

If you want to travel from Scarborough to London by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Scarborough to London by train to take around 4 hours 20 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 2 hours 54 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 92 trains per day running on this route, which spans 309 km. You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to London.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Scarborough to London start from $46.92 when you book in advance.

If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for train schedules, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Scarborough to London?

Want to know more about your journey from Scarborough to London? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to London from Scarborough?

To travel to London from Scarborough, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 4 hours and 20 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 2 hours and 54 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information on routes and timetables.

How long is the train ride from Scarborough to London?

Trains from Scarborough to London take an average of 4 hours and 20 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 2 hours and 54 minutes. You'll usually find 92 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

How much is the train to London from Scarborough?

Train tickets to London from Scarborough can start from $46.92 when booked in advance, but they’re usually more expensive if bought on the day of travel. Prices may also vary depending on the time of day, route, and class you choose.

What is the quickest journey time between Scarborough and London by train?

The quickest journey time between Scarborough and London by train is 2 hours and 54 minutes.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Scarborough to London?

Planning a trip to the UK soon? As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.

1. Book in advance

Train tickets from Scarborough to London start at $46.92§ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.

2. Sign up to Ticket Alert

If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.

3. Book split tickets

Our handy feature SplitSave will ‘split’ your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.

4. Travel Off-Peak

If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper than Anytime tickets in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.

For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.

What are my ticket options for this journey?

If you're like us, you've probably seen the sheer number of ticket types available in the UK and wondered "Why are there so many?!" To help, we've put together a handy guide to the main UK ticket types, simply tap the one you’re interested in to find out more.

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