4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Scarborough to London
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€47
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€89
Fastest journey on Sep 17
3 h 4 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
3 h 7 m
Trains on Sep 17
14
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Scarborough to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Scarborough to London will cost around €89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.
It's difficult to get from Scarborough to London without transferring at least once.
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G158155:54 PM3h08Scarborough station (SCA)9:02 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€471One-way1 transfer- C02007+G158071:53 PM3h09Scarborough station (SCA)5:02 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€651One-way1 transfer
- C01988+G158174:53 PM3h08Scarborough station (SCA)8:01 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€651One-way1 transfer
- C02046+G158373:53 PM3h08Scarborough station (SCA)7:01 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€651One-way1 transfer
- C02014+G158132:53 PM3h08Scarborough station (SCA)6:01 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€651One-way1 transfer
- G08170+G158256:46 AM3h04Scarborough station (SCA)9:50 AMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€2051One-way1 transfer
- C01988+G158174:53 PM3h08Scarborough station (SCA)8:01 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€651One-way1 transfer
- C02046+G158373:53 PM3h08Scarborough station (SCA)7:01 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€651One-way1 transfer
- C02014+G158132:53 PM3h08Scarborough station (SCA)6:01 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€651One-way1 transfer
- C02066+G158155:54 PM3h08Scarborough station (SCA)9:02 PMLondon Kings Cross (KGX)€471One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Scarborough to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Scarborough to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, while a train costs an average of €72.
Distance: 309 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€72 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest | €80 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 22m Average total duration 7h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Scarborough to London:
A bus is €51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Scarborough to London costing on average €72.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 52m.
Live departures
Scarborough to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Scarborough to London trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C01963+G16141 | 5:44 AM Scarborough station (SCA) | 3h33 | 9:17 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| G08170+G15825 | 6:46 AM Scarborough station (SCA) | 3h04 | 9:50 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| G16067+C02042 | 7:47 AM Scarborough station (SCA) | 3h15 | 11:02 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| C02002+G16071 | On time 8:53 AM Scarborough station (SCA) | 3h08 | 12:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| C02029+G15833 | On time 12:53 PM Scarborough station (SCA) | 3h09 | 4:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| C02007+G15807 | On time 1:53 PM Scarborough station (SCA) | 3h09 | 5:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| C02014+G15813 | On time 2:53 PM Scarborough station (SCA) | 3h08 | 6:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| C02046+G15837 | 3:53 PM Scarborough station (SCA) | 3h08 | 7:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| C01988+G15817 | 4:53 PM Scarborough station (SCA) | 3h08 | 8:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
G15815+ Y14826 | 5:54 PM Scarborough station (SCA) | 3h08 | 9:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
| C02066+G15815 | 5:54 PM Scarborough station (SCA) | 3h08 | 9:02 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Scarborough to London
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Trains from Scarborough to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 21:54. The fastest train covers the 309 km distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 309 km |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 5:21 AM |
Last train 9:54 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Scarborough to London trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, Grand Central Trains, East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Scarborough and London from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Scarborough to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Scarborough to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Scarborough to London
Most Scarborough to London trains use the Scarborough to London Kings Cross station pair, with some services arriving at London Waterloo. Use this guide to compare Scarborough and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Scarborough station do trains to London leave from?
Getting to Scarborough from Scarborough city centre
Scarborough train station facilities and services
Scarborough has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Scarborough.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Scarborough.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Scarborough.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Scarborough: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Scarborough: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Scarborough: 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.
Getting to London Kings Cross from London city centre
London Kings Cross train station facilities and services
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Selhurst from London city centre
Selhurst is 13 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Selhurst train station facilities and services
Selhurst has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Selhurst.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Selhurst.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Selhurst.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Selhurst: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Selhurst: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Selhurst: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to the platform. Assistance Meeting Point is the paid side in the subway behind the gatelines, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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