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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Scarborough to Leicester
Cheapest price
£68
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Scarborough to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Scarborough to Leicester will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
To travel from Scarborough to Leicester you need to make at least 2 changes.
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G0098415:533h56Scarborough station (SCA)19:49Leicester station (LEI)£681One-way2 changes- G15815+C02066+G0099017:543h55Scarborough station (SCA)21:49Leicester station (LEI)£681One-way2 changes
- G15817+C01988+G0098816:533h56Scarborough station (SCA)20:49Leicester station (LEI)£681One-way2 changes
- C01989+G00993+G1580818:534h02Scarborough station (SCA)22:55Leicester station (LEI)£681One-way2 changes
- C02029+G15833+G0097412:533h56Scarborough station (SCA)16:49Leicester station (LEI)£681One-way2 changes
- G15833+
C21666+G0118612:533h35Scarborough station (SCA)16:28Leicester station (LEI)£1031One-way2 changes - G15837+
P28853+W7082615:533h36Scarborough station (SCA)19:29Leicester station (LEI)£1031One-way2 changes - W70818+G15807+W2993713:533h36Scarborough station (SCA)17:29Leicester station (LEI)£1031One-way2 changes
- G15817+C01988+W84720+W7083216:533h38Scarborough station (SCA)20:31Leicester station (LEI)£1011One-way3 changes
- G15813+C21656+G0118814:533h38Scarborough station (SCA)18:31Leicester station (LEI)£1031One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Scarborough to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Scarborough to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. 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 £20, and a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 189 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£54 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m 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
Scarborough to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Scarborough to Leicester trains for today, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| G16090+C02028+W84696+W70783 | On time 12:54 Scarborough station (SCA) | 3h36 | 16:30 Leicester station (LEI) | 3 changes | |
| G01163+W70789+G16090 | Delayed 13:41 12:54Scarborough station (SCA) | 4h36 | 17:30 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
| C02028+G00975+G16090 | Delayed 12:55 12:54Scarborough station (SCA) | 3h55 | 16:49 Leicester station (LEI) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Scarborough to Leicester
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Trains from Scarborough to Leicester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £49 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 20:12. The fastest train covers the 189 km distance in 3h 34m.
Distance 189 km |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 34m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 20:12 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express from Scarborough to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Railway, CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Scarborough and Leicester from £20. 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 Leicester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Scarborough to Leicester 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 Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Scarborough and Leicester
Most Scarborough to Leicester trains use the Scarborough to Leicester station pair. Use this guide to compare Scarborough and Leicester train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Scarborough station do trains to Leicester 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.
Which Leicester station do trains from Scarborough arrive at?
Getting to Leicester from Leicester city centre
Leicester train station facilities and services
Leicester has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Leicester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leicester. ATMs are available at Leicester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leicester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leicester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leicester: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leicester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases, 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 toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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