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Dundee to Scarborough by train
| First train | 04:41 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:50 | |
| Departure station | Dundee | |
| Arrival station | Scarborough | |
| Journey time | From 4h 44m | |
| Distance | 181 miles (291 km) | |
| Frequency | 27 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway |
Travelling from Dundee to Scarborough by train
Looking to travel from Dundee to Scarborough by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 6 hours 28 minutes to travel from Dundee to Scarborough by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 44 minutes though. You'll usually find 27 trains per day running along the 181 miles (291 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Scarborough, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with London North Eastern Railway, ScotRail or TransPennine Express to get to Scarborough. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Dundee to Scarborough in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Dundee 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 Dundee 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.
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