The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Scarborough
Cheapest price
£74
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Scarborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Scarborough will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £74.
To travel from Liverpool to Scarborough you need to make at least one change.
5:543h05Liverpool8:59Scarborough£741One-way1 change
6:543h06Liverpool10:00Scarborough£741One-way1 change
7:543h05Liverpool10:59Scarborough£741One-way1 change
8:543h06Liverpool12:00Scarborough£741One-way1 change
9:543h05Liverpool12:59Scarborough£741One-way1 change
5:543h05Liverpool8:59Scarborough£741One-way1 change
7:543h05Liverpool10:59Scarborough£741One-way1 change
9:543h05Liverpool12:59Scarborough£741One-way1 change
11:543h05Liverpool14:59Scarborough£741One-way1 change
6:543h06Liverpool10:00Scarborough£741One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Liverpool to Scarborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Scarborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 195 km
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£39 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration 5h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Liverpool to Scarborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Scarborough trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W84790 · P00051 | On time 8:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h06 | 12:00 Scarborough station (SCA) | 1 change | |
W84795 · C24495 | On time 9:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h06 | 13:00 Scarborough station (SCA) | 1 change | |
W84800 · G16307 | On time 10:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h06 | 14:00 Scarborough station (SCA) | 1 change | |
W84807 · G16314 | On time 11:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h06 | 15:00 Scarborough station (SCA) | 1 change | |
W84813 · P00053 | On time 12:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h06 | 16:00 Scarborough station (SCA) | 1 change | |
W84818 · G15868 | On time 13:54 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 3h06 | 17:00 Scarborough station (SCA) | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
![]() | 0:18 Liverpool | 6h48 | 7:06 Scarborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 5:54 Liverpool | 3h05 | 8:59 Scarborough | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Scarborough
Trains from Liverpool to Scarborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 195 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 195 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 23:36 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express from Liverpool to Scarborough trainsTranspennine Express, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Liverpool and Scarborough from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Liverpool to Scarborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool and Scarborough
Most Liverpool to Scarborough trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Scarborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Scarborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool James Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool James Street 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 Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Liverpool Central from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Central train station facilities and services
Liverpool Central 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 Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: No.
Which Scarborough station do trains from Liverpool 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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