The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackburn to Scarborough
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackburn to Scarborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackburn to Scarborough will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
To travel from Blackburn to Scarborough you need to make at least one change.
9:032h57Blackburn12:00Scarborough£401One-way1 change
9:583h02Blackburn13:00Scarborough£401One-way1 change
11:022h58Blackburn14:00Scarborough£401One-way1 change
11:593h01Blackburn15:00Scarborough£401One-way1 change
12:593h01Blackburn16:00Scarborough£401One-way1 change
20:592h54Blackburn23:53Scarborough£401One-way1 change
9:032h57Blackburn12:00Scarborough£401One-way1 change
11:022h58Blackburn14:00Scarborough£401One-way1 change
14:592h59Blackburn17:58Scarborough£401One-way1 change
16:593h00Blackburn19:59Scarborough£401One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Blackburn to Scarborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackburn to Scarborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 148 km
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£42 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration 6h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Blackburn to Scarborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackburn to Scarborough trains for tomorrow, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:03 Blackburn | 2h57 | 12:00 Scarborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:58 Blackburn | 3h02 | 13:00 Scarborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:02 Blackburn | 2h58 | 14:00 Scarborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 11:59 Blackburn | 3h01 | 15:00 Scarborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:59 Blackburn | 3h01 | 16:00 Scarborough | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Blackburn to Scarborough by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackburn to Scarborough
Trains from Blackburn to Scarborough run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 148 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 148 km |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 20:20 |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Blackburn to Scarborough trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Blackburn and Scarborough 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: Blackburn to Scarborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackburn to Scarborough 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 Scarborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Blackburn and Scarborough
Most Blackburn to Scarborough trains use the Blackburn to Scarborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Blackburn and Scarborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Blackburn station do trains to Scarborough leave from?
Getting to Blackburn from Blackburn city centre
Blackburn train station facilities and services
Blackburn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackburn.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Blackburn.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackburn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackburn: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackburn: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access from station front to subway up 10 metre ramp or 4 steps from which a passenger lift and steep 20 metre ramp gives access to ticket office and platforms 1, 2 and 3 and by separate ramp to platform 4. Lifts available from first to last train, 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: Accepts Cash & Cards Located at the bottom of platform 4, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Mill Hill (Lancs) from Blackburn city centre
Mill Hill (Lancs) is 1 km from Blackburn city centre. Public transport options include:
Mill Hill (Lancs) train station facilities and services
Mill Hill (Lancs) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mill Hill (Lancs): Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mill Hill (Lancs): Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category C Station, Acces to platform down 30 steps with rest platform and handrail. Island platform accessed only by stairs, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Cherry Tree from Blackburn city centre
Cherry Tree is 2 km from Blackburn city centre. Public transport options include:
Cherry Tree train station facilities and services
Cherry Tree has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cherry Tree: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cherry Tree: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Preston platform: From Green Lane down 50 metre ramps with handrail to platform. Colne platform: Step free access from Green Lane. Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp is dependent on the type of train. Contact Travel Assistance Helpline for information, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Scarborough station do trains from Blackburn arrive at?
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.
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