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Scarborough to Edinburgh train with LNER

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Scarborough to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for 18 Mar

Cheapest price

£56

Average price

£63

Fastest journey

3 h 35 m

Average duration

4 h 12 m

Trains per day

Distance

257 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Scarborough to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Scarborough to Edinburgh will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Scarborough for Edinburgh every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 257 km distance in an average of 4 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 32 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.

13:483h35

Scarborough

17:23Edinburgh

£561One-way

0 changes

05:504h30

Scarborough

10:20Edinburgh

£661One-way

0 changes

05:484h32

Scarborough

10:20Edinburgh

£671One-way

0 changes

Scarborough to Edinburgh train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 18 March

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
LNERLNER	13:48 Scarborough	3h35	17:23 Edinburgh	0 changesDirect
LNERLNER	05:48 Scarborough	4h32	10:20 Edinburgh	0 changesDirect
LNERLNER	05:50 Scarborough	4h30	10:20 Edinburgh	0 changesDirect
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Scarborough to Edinburgh

Trains from Scarborough to Edinburgh run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.

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

257 km

Average train duration

3h 51m

Cheapest ticket price

£31

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

3h 24m

First train

05:48

Last train

18:54

Price information

Train companies: East Coast and CrossCountry trains Scarborough to Edinburgh

Find the best trains between Scarborough and Edinburgh with Omio's travel partners East Coast and CrossCountry from £42. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.

Scarborough to Edinburgh train information with East Coast:

Average Duration: 3 h 33 min
Cheapest Price: £42

FAQs: Scarborough to Edinburgh train

FAQs: Travel by train from Scarborough to Edinburgh easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Scarborough to Edinburgh.

Cheap train tickets from Scarborough to Edinburgh can start from as little as £25 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Scarborough to Edinburgh is £66; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Scarborough to Edinburgh is 3 h 30 min to travel the 159 mile long trip, with around there are 6 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Scarborough to Edinburgh leaves at 03: 10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Scarborough to Edinburgh leaves at 20: 43.

There are 6 trains a day from Scarborough to Edinburgh which require at least one change with LNER, CrossCountry or first_transpennine_express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the trip from Scarborough to Edinburgh you can take a train with LNER, CrossCountry or first_transpennine_express. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services to Edinburgh from Scarborough on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 43.

A trip to Edinburgh from Scarborough is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Scarborough to Edinburgh is July.

You have options as you can travel to Edinburgh from Scarborough 2 different ways: train or coach.