Trains to Scarborough from Welwyn Garden City
| First train | 04:58 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:21 | |
| Departure station | Welwyn Garden City | |
| Arrival station | Scarborough | |
| Journey time | From 3h 20m | |
| Distance | 171 miles (276 km) | |
| Frequency | 15 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Grand Central Railway, Great Northern, London North Eastern Railway, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Welwyn Garden City to Scarborough in 3 hours 20 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Welwyn Garden City to Scarborough? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 13 minutes to travel the 171 miles (276 km) from Welwyn Garden City to Scarborough by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 20 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 15 trains 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, Thameslink or TransPennine Express 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 Welwyn Garden City 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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