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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln to Scarborough
Showing times and prices for 20 Nov
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 4 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
117 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln to Scarborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lincoln to Scarborough will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Lincoln for Scarborough every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 117 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 11 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.
12:483h11
Lincoln15:59Scarborough
£431One-way
0 changes
09:022h57
Lincoln11:59Scarborough
£491One-way
0 changes
09:022h57
Lincoln11:59Scarborough
£491One-way
0 changes
12:483h11
Lincoln15:59Scarborough
£431One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Lincoln to Scarborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Lincoln to Scarborough trains for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 11:28
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:48 Lincoln | 3h11 | 15:59 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:34 Lincoln | 3h25 | 20:59 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 20 November | |||||
| 09:02 Lincoln | 2h57 | 11:59 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lincoln to Scarborough
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Lincoln to Scarborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 20:19. The fastest train covers the 117 km distance in 2h 57m.
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
Distance 117 km |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 05:16 |
Last train 20:19 |
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
Train companies: TransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains from Lincoln to Scarborough trainsTransPennine Express, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between Lincoln and Scarborough from £22. 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
2h 57m
Cheapest Price
£44
TransPennine Express frequency
4 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
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 11m
Cheapest Price
£22
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
FAQs: Lincoln to Scarborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lincoln 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.
The cheapest way to get from Lincoln to Scarborough is by train, costing approximately £22.
Spending 2-3 days in Scarborough is ideal to explore its beaches, historic sites, and local attractions comfortably.
The train distance from Lincoln to Scarborough is 117 km.
The last train from Lincoln to Scarborough departs at 20:19.
Booking trains from Lincoln to Scarborough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Lincoln to Scarborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £44.
There is no night train service from Lincoln to Scarborough.
The train journey from Lincoln to Scarborough covers a distance of 117 km and takes approximately 2h 57m. Trains run 6 per day.
To travel from Lincoln to Scarborough, you can take a train.
The train station in Lincoln that goes to Scarborough is Lincoln Central (LCN), and it arrives at Scarborough station (SCA).
The first train from Lincoln to Scarborough leaves at 5:16.
Trains from Lincoln to Scarborough run approximately 6 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Lincoln to Scarborough.
Yes, you can take the train from Lincoln to Scarborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Lincoln to Scarborough.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lincoln and Scarborough
Lincoln
Scarborough
The major train station for departures in Lincoln is Lincoln Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lincoln Central for your trip from Lincoln to Scarborough.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 19:30 Saturday 05:00 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between station front and St Marys Church
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Lincoln Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
The major train station for arrivals in Scarborough is Scarborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Scarborough for your journey to Scarborough from Lincoln.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport 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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