The cheapest and fastest trains from Halifax to Scarborough
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Halifax to Scarborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Halifax to Scarborough will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
Of the 3 trains that leave Halifax for Scarborough every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 113 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 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.






Live departures
Halifax to Scarborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Halifax to Scarborough trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:59 Halifax | 3h00 | 07:59 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:54 Halifax | 2h05 | 11:59 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:54 Halifax | 2h05 | 12:59 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Halifax to Scarborough
Trains from Halifax to Scarborough run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 113 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 113 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 21:37 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express from Halifax to Scarborough trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express trains will get you between Halifax and Scarborough from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
TransPennine Express
FAQs: Halifax to Scarborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Halifax 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 Halifax and Scarborough
- Opening hours: Sunday Closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:30 - 19:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station Lift access to platforms
- 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are open during station opening hours. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The nearest public toilets are a 5 minute walk from the station.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: adjacent to booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Horton Street. (200 yards from the Station)
- Metro: WYPTE 0113 245 7676
- 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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