It takes an average of 1h 23m to travel from Leeds to Scarborough by train, over a distance of around 57 miles (92 km). There are normally 11 trains per day travelling from Leeds to Scarborough and tickets for this journey start from £10.60 when you book in advance.
First train | 04:38 | |
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Last train | 19:39 | |
Departure station | Leeds | |
Arrival station | Scarborough | |
Journey time | From 1h 13m | |
Distance | 57 miles (92 km) | |
Frequency | 11 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £10.60 | |
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Fancy a day on the beach or weekend away in Scarborough and want to get there by train? You've come to the right place!
The train from Leeds to Scarborough usually takes 1 hour and 22 minutes, but can take just 1 hour and 15 minutes on the fastest services. You'll be travelling direct on this route with TransPennine Express – their trains offer comfortable seating, space for luggage and, on most services, free WiFi.
If you’re heading for a relaxing day 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 Leeds and Scarborough is 1 hour and 23 minutes, with around 11 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 Leeds to Scarborough is 1 hour and 13 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Leeds to Scarborough can start from as little as £10.60 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 Leeds to Scarborough without having to change trains. There are 11 direct trains from Leeds to Scarborough each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Leeds to Scarborough leaves at 04:38. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Leeds to Scarborough leaves at 19:39. 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 Leeds to Scarborough cover a distance of around 57 miles (92 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Scarborough to Leeds.
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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 Leeds to Scarborough is right for you.
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