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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Darlington to Scarborough
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Darlington to Scarborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington to Scarborough will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Of the 5 trains that leave Darlington for Scarborough every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 22 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Darlington to Scarborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Scarborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 79 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£30 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Darlington to Scarborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Scarborough trains for tomorrow, Saturday 10 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:00 Darlington | 2h08 | 06:08 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:18 Darlington | 1h41 | 08:59 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:37 Darlington | 2h22 | 09:59 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:18 Darlington | 1h41 | 10:59 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:36 Darlington | 1h23 | 11:59 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Darlington to Scarborough
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Trains from Darlington to Scarborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 79 km distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 79 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 22:45 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, LNER from Darlington to Scarborough trainsTransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, LNER trains will get you between Darlington and Scarborough from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Darlington to Scarborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Darlington and Scarborough
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 19:00 Saturday 07:00 - 19:00 Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: text phones are available and staff are on hand to assist as required due to no low level phones
- Accessible taxis: Generally available but advance booking recommended
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets can be accessed from all platforms. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Reception on Platform 1 upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: stations front
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement coach services depart from the station entrance
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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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