The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Scarborough
Cheapest price
£226
Average price
£226
Fastest journey
4 h 46 m
Average duration
4 h 54 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
287 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Scarborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Scarborough will cost around £226 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £226.
To travel from Oxford to Scarborough you need to make at least one change.
7:104h50Oxford12:00Scarborough£2261One-way1 change
9:144h46Oxford14:00Scarborough£2261One-way1 change
11:124h48Oxford16:00Scarborough£2261One-way1 change
12:114h49Oxford17:00Scarborough£2261One-way1 change
7:405h19Oxford12:59Scarborough£2271One-way2 changes
9:144h46Oxford14:00Scarborough£2261One-way1 change
11:124h48Oxford16:00Scarborough£2261One-way1 change
12:114h49Oxford17:00Scarborough£2261One-way1 change
7:104h50Oxford12:00Scarborough£2261One-way1 change
7:405h19Oxford12:59Scarborough£2271One-way2 changes
Live departures
Oxford to Scarborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Scarborough trains for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:14 Oxford | 4h46 | 14:00 Scarborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 9:39 Oxford | 5h20 | 14:59 Scarborough | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:12 Oxford | 4h48 | 16:00 Scarborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:11 Oxford | 4h49 | 17:00 Scarborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:39 Oxford | 5h20 | 17:59 Scarborough | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:39 Oxford | 5h21 | 19:00 Scarborough | 2 changes | |
![]() | 15:12 Oxford | 4h47 | 19:59 Scarborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:10 Oxford | 4h50 | 21:00 Scarborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:40 Oxford | 5h19 | 21:59 Scarborough | 2 changes | |
![]() | 18:11 Oxford | 5h05 | 23:16 Scarborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:40 Oxford | 11h26 | 7:06 Scarborough | 2 changes | |
![]() | 21:39 Oxford | 12h21 | 10:00 Scarborough | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 16 July | |||||
![]() | 7:10 Oxford | 4h50 | 12:00 Scarborough | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:40 Oxford | 5h19 | 12:59 Scarborough | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Scarborough
Trains from Oxford to Scarborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £108 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 19:54. The fastest train covers the 287 km distance in 4h 49m.
Distance 287 km |
Average train duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £108 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 49m |
First train 5:43 |
Last train 19:54 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country from Oxford to Scarborough trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Oxford and Scarborough from £108. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Oxford to Scarborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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 Oxford and Scarborough
Most Oxford to Scarborough trains use the Oxford to Scarborough station pair. Use this guide to compare Oxford and Scarborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oxford station do trains to Scarborough leave from?
Getting to Oxford from Oxford city centre
Oxford train station facilities and services
Oxford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford. ATMs are available at Oxford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Oxford Parkway from Oxford city centre
Oxford Parkway is 5 km from Oxford city centre. Public transport options include:
Oxford Parkway train station facilities and services
Oxford Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Oxford Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oxford Parkway. ATMs are available at Oxford Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oxford Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oxford Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oxford Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oxford Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts, Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165, 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: Yes.
Which Scarborough station do trains from Oxford 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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