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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Scarborough
Showing times and prices for 30 Nov
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
195 km
Cheap tickets
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 £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
Fast trains
Of the 5 trains that leave Liverpool 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 195 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 47 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.
09:523h07
Liverpool12:59Scarborough
£421One-way
0 changes
07:363h24
Liverpool11:00Scarborough
£421One-way
0 changes
08:543h05
Liverpool11:59Scarborough
£461One-way
0 changes
07:123h47
Liverpool10:59Scarborough
£491One-way
0 changes
09:513h08
Liverpool12:59Scarborough
£571One-way
0 changes
08:543h05
Liverpool11:59Scarborough
£461One-way
0 changes
09:523h07
Liverpool12:59Scarborough
£421One-way
0 changes
09:513h08
Liverpool12:59Scarborough
£571One-way
0 changes
07:363h24
Liverpool11:00Scarborough
£421One-way
0 changes
07:123h47
Liverpool10:59Scarborough
£491One-way
0 changes
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 54m. 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 £18.
Distance: 195 km
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£42 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration 5h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Liverpool to Scarborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Scarborough trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 23:03
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:12 Liverpool | 3h47 | 10:59 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:36 Liverpool | 3h24 | 11:00 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:54 Liverpool | 3h05 | 11:59 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:51 Liverpool | 3h08 | 12:59 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:52 Liverpool | 3h07 | 12:59 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Scarborough
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Trains from Liverpool to Scarborough run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 20:54. The fastest train covers the 195 km distance in 3h 5m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Distance 195 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 20:54 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
Train companies: TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) from Liverpool to Scarborough trainsTransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, Northern Rail (3) 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.
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
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
£29
TransPennine Express frequency
5 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
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 47m
Cheapest Price
£49
Northern Rail (3) frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
£77
first_transpennine_express frequency
12 a day
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.
Spending 2-3 days in Scarborough is ideal to explore its beaches, historic sites, and local attractions comfortably.
The train journey from Liverpool to Scarborough offers scenic views, particularly as it passes through the Yorkshire countryside, showcasing rolling hills and picturesque landscapes.
A day trip from Liverpool to Scarborough is not feasible as the travel duration is 3h 5m. The distance is 195 km, with the train frequency being 5 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Scarborough is by coach, costing approximately £14.
Booking trains from Liverpool to Scarborough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Liverpool to Scarborough is 195 km.
The last train from Liverpool to Scarborough departs at 20:54.
The train journey from Liverpool to Scarborough covers a distance of 195 km and takes approximately 3h 5m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train station in Liverpool that goes to Scarborough is Liverpool Lime Street (LIV), and it arrives at Scarborough station (SCA).
There is no night train service from Liverpool to Scarborough.
The first train from Liverpool to Scarborough leaves at 5:20.
Trains from Liverpool to Scarborough run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Liverpool to Scarborough.
The cost of a train ticket from Liverpool to Scarborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £18, while the average price tends to be around £42.
Yes, you can take the train from Liverpool to Scarborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Liverpool to Scarborough.
To get from Liverpool to Scarborough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Scarborough
Liverpool
Scarborough
The major train station for departures in Liverpool is Liverpool Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool Central for your trip from Liverpool to Scarborough.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:25 - 00:16 Sunday 07:45 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located next to the public toilets on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Next to Mail entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Liverpool Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: 32 Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool 1
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- 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.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street
Dining
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Starbucks
- JD Wetherspoon
Taxis
- Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.
Accessibility
- Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
WC
- Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Hotel
- Pembroke Studios
- Riley’s Rooms
- Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
- Sun: 07:15 - 23:05
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Alongside station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located in the main concourse.
Public transport options for Liverpool Lime Street
- Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
- Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:21 - 00:13 Sunday 07:41 - 00:13 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Convenience store
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located in the Concourse at the Moorfields Entrance of the station; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Access to the National key toilets is controlled by the barrier line station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Information Desk
- 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
Public transport options for Moorfields
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Moorfields Station, Moorfields , Liverpool L2
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 Liverpool.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelTicket 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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