4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Scarborough to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£84
Average price
£153
Fastest journey
3 h 56 m
Average duration
4 h 21 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Scarborough to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Scarborough to Birmingham will cost around £153 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £84.
To travel from Scarborough to Birmingham you need to make at least one change.
G16096+
W2990713:544h38Scarborough station (SCA)18:32Birmingham New Street (BHM)£841One-way1 change- G16090+G0115812:544h39Scarborough station (SCA)17:33Birmingham New Street (BHM)£841One-way1 change
- G16080+W2988710:514h42Scarborough station (SCA)15:33Birmingham New Street (BHM)£941One-way1 change
- G16075+W298869:554h54Scarborough station (SCA)14:49Birmingham New Street (BHM)£1281One-way1 change
- G16070+G011478:515h00Scarborough station (SCA)13:51Birmingham New Street (BHM)£1281One-way1 change
- G16070+
C01926+W298748:513h56Scarborough station (SCA)12:47Birmingham New Street (BHM)£3161One-way2 changes - G16075+C01944+G011479:553h56Scarborough station (SCA)13:51Birmingham New Street (BHM)£3161One-way2 changes
- G16075+W298839:554h38Scarborough station (SCA)14:33Birmingham New Street (BHM)£1281One-way1 change
- G16096+W2990713:544h38Scarborough station (SCA)18:32Birmingham New Street (BHM)£841One-way1 change
- G16090+G0115812:544h39Scarborough station (SCA)17:33Birmingham New Street (BHM)£841One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Scarborough to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Scarborough to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 30m. 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 £15, and a train costs an average of £30.
Distance: 223 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£67 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Scarborough to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Scarborough to Birmingham trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G15837+C02044+W84715+G01168 | On time 15:53 Scarborough station (SCA) | 4h58 | 20:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 3 changes | |
| G15837+G01168 | On time 15:53 Scarborough station (SCA) | 4h58 | 20:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| Sunday 12 July | |||||
| G16070+G01147 | 8:51 Scarborough station (SCA) | 5h00 | 13:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G16070+C01926+W29874 | 8:51 Scarborough station (SCA) | 3h56 | 12:47 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
| G16075+W29886 | 9:55 Scarborough station (SCA) | 4h54 | 14:49 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G16075+C01944+G01147 | 9:55 Scarborough station (SCA) | 3h56 | 13:51 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 2 changes | |
| G16075+W29883 | 9:55 Scarborough station (SCA) | 4h38 | 14:33 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G16080+W29887 | 10:51 Scarborough station (SCA) | 4h42 | 15:33 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G16090+G01158 | 12:54 Scarborough station (SCA) | 4h39 | 17:33 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G16090+G01163 | 12:54 Scarborough station (SCA) | 4h56 | 17:50 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G16096+W29907 | 13:54 Scarborough station (SCA) | 4h38 | 18:32 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
| G16096+G01165 | 13:54 Scarborough station (SCA) | 4h56 | 18:50 Birmingham New Street (BHM) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Scarborough to Birmingham
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Trains from Scarborough to Birmingham run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 223 km distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 223 km |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 5:42 |
Last train 20:25 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express from Scarborough to Birmingham trainsCrossCountry, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Scarborough and Birmingham from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Scarborough to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Scarborough to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Scarborough and Birmingham
Most Scarborough to Birmingham trains use the Scarborough to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Scarborough and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Scarborough station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New 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: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, 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 Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are 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: Yes.
Getting to Northfield from Birmingham city centre
Northfield is 9 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Northfield train station facilities and services
Northfield has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Northfield.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Northfield. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Northfield: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Northfield: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Northfield: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, 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.
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