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Outbound fromBradford to Scarborough by train
It takes an average of 2h 56m to travel from Bradford to Scarborough by train, over a distance of around 64 miles (103 km). There are normally 76 trains per day travelling from Bradford to Scarborough and tickets for this journey start from £18.70 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:58 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 00:26 | |
| Departure station | Bradford | |
| Arrival station | Scarborough | |
| Journey time | From 1h 44m | |
| Distance | 64 miles (103 km) | |
| Frequency | 76 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £18.70 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway |
Travelling from Bradford to Scarborough by train
Planning a sunny day out and looking to travel from Bradford to Scarborough by train? You've come to the right place!
The train from Bradford to Scarborough usually takes around 2h 48m but can take just 1h 54m on the fastest Northern services, with around 37 trains running on this popular route per day. You'll need to change at least once during your journey as direct trains are not available on this line.
If you’re heading for a relaxing weekend at Scarborough Seafront, use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to book trains to Scarborough and search for cheap ticket prices – we’ll show you how much you can save on your train tickets if you use a Railcard or travel during Off-Peak times.
Keen to book your train tickets from Bradford to Scarborough? No need to wait, start a search with us today! Want to learn a bit more about the journey first? Find ticket options, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs below including first and last train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Bradford to Scarborough
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Bradford to Scarborough is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.