It takes an average of 2h 26m to travel from Doncaster to Scarborough by train, over a distance of around 60 miles (97 km). There are normally 18 trains per day travelling from Doncaster to Scarborough and tickets for this journey start from £7.30 when you book in advance.
First train | 05:14 | |
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Last train | 18:26 | |
Departure station | Doncaster | |
Arrival station | Scarborough | |
Journey time | From 2h 11m | |
Distance | 60 miles (97 km) | |
Frequency | 18 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £7.30 |
Planning a sunny day out and looking to travel from Doncaster to Scarborough by train? You've come to the right place!
The train from Doncaster to Scarborough usually takes around 2h 21m but can take just 2h 12m on the fastest Northern services, with around 13 trains running on this popular route per day. Direct services are available on this line so you won't need to make any changes during your journey.
If you’re heading for a relaxing day out 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.
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The average journey time by train between Doncaster and Scarborough is 2 hours and 26 minutes, with around 18 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Doncaster to Scarborough is 2 hours and 11 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Doncaster to Scarborough can start from as little as £7.30 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Doncaster to Scarborough without having to change trains. There are 18 direct trains from Doncaster to Scarborough each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Doncaster to Scarborough leaves at 05:14. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Doncaster to Scarborough leaves at 18:26. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Doncaster to Scarborough cover a distance of around 60 miles (97 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Scarborough to Doncaster.
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