Scarborough to Liverpool train with TransPennine Express

Tue, Nov 18
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Scarborough to Liverpool

Showing times and prices for Nov 18

Cheapest price

€46

Average price

€48

Fastest journey

3 h 5 m

Average duration

3 h 39 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

195 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Scarborough to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Scarborough to Liverpool will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €46.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Scarborough for Liverpool on Tue, Nov 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Nov 18 the direct trains cover the 195 km distance in an average of 3 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .

On Tue, Nov 18 the slowest trains will take 4 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

TransPennine Express
06:54PM4h13
Scarborough
11:07PMLiverpool
461One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine Express
09:54AM3h05
Scarborough
12:59PMLiverpool
491One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Scarborough to Liverpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Scarborough to Liverpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €20.

Distance: 195 km

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Bus

€50

Average price

€17

Average price

Cheapest

3h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 51m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 25m

Average total duration

5h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

TransPennine Express

Most popular train company

National Express

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Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Scarborough to Liverpool train times

The table below shows live departures for Scarborough to Liverpool trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 3:02 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
transpennine_express9:54 AM Scarborough
3h05
12:59 PM Liverpool0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Scarborough to Liverpool

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Trains from Scarborough to Liverpool run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 195 km distance in 3h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €16
Distance
195 km
Average train duration
2h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
€20
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
3h 5m
First train
00:18
Last train
23:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €16

Train companies: TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Scarborough to Liverpool trainsTransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Scarborough and Liverpool from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 2m
Cheapest Price
€28
TransPennine Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 2m
Cheapest Price
€82
first_transpennine_express frequency
12 a day

FAQs: Trains from Scarborough to Liverpool

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Scarborough to Liverpool by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
On average the Scarborough to Liverpool train travel time is 3 h 17 min   for the 194 km long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Scarborough to Liverpool leaves at 09: 43. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Scarborough to Liverpool leaves at 12: 48.
There are 19 trains a day from Scarborough to Liverpool which require at least one change with TransPennine Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Scarborough to Liverpool, you can count on TransPennine Express for the best way to get you to Liverpool. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service from Scarborough to Liverpool and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Scarborough, which is located around 0.3 miles (463 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Liverpool Lime Street, located 0.4 miles (731 m) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a train from Scarborough to Liverpool is October.
You have options as you can travel from Scarborough to Liverpool 2 different ways: coach or train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Scarborough to Liverpool

Scarborough
Liverpool
The major train station for departures in Scarborough is Scarborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Scarborough for your trip from Scarborough to Liverpool.
ScarboroughWifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: Level access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
  • Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine is located within the Booking Hall.
  • Accessible toilets: Yes
  • Ramp for train access: Yes
  • Wheelchairs available: Yes
  • Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3. The toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 3
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Scarborough
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up /Drop off at the service bus stops on the main road outside of the station

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