Trains to Scarborough from Portsmouth Harbour
| First train | 17:17 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:28 | |
| Departure station | Portsmouth Harbour | |
| Arrival station | Scarborough | |
| Journey time | From 12h 51m | |
| Distance | 242 miles (390 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, South Western Railway, Southern, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Portsmouth Harbour to Scarborough in 12 hours 51 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Portsmouth Harbour to Scarborough? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 14 hours 11 minutes to travel the 242 miles (390 km) from Portsmouth Harbour to Scarborough by train, although you can get there in as little as 12 hours 51 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, East Midlands Railway or South Western Railway to Scarborough. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Portsmouth Harbour to Scarborough in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Scarborough by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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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
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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