The cheapest and fastest trains from Scarborough to Liverpool
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Scarborough to Liverpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Scarborough to Liverpool will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 1 trains that leave Scarborough for Liverpool every day 1 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 5 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 5 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.
10:543h05Scarborough13:59Liverpool£271One-way0 changes
10:543h05Scarborough13:59Liverpool£271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Scarborough to Liverpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Scarborough to Liverpool 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 53m. 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 £27.
Distance: 195 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£41 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m 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 Liverpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Scarborough to Liverpool trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G15833 · G15900 | On time 12:53 Scarborough station (SCA) | 3h06 | 15:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
G15807 · C24965 | On time 13:53 Scarborough station (SCA) | 3h06 | 16:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
G15813 · C24969 | On time 14:53 Scarborough station (SCA) | 3h06 | 17:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
G15837 · C24972 | On time 15:53 Scarborough station (SCA) | 3h06 | 18:59 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
G15837 · C24623 · W84714 | On time 15:53 Scarborough station (SCA) | 4h07 | 20:00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2 changes | |
G15817 · C24975 | On time 16:53 Scarborough station (SCA) | 3h08 | 20:01 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Scarborough to Liverpool
Trains from Scarborough to Liverpool run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 195 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 195 km |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 0:18 |
Last train 23:36 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express from Scarborough to Liverpool trainsTranspennine Express, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Scarborough and Liverpool from £14. 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 Liverpool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Scarborough to Liverpool 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 Liverpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Scarborough and Liverpool
Most Scarborough to Liverpool trains use the Scarborough to Liverpool Lime Street station pair, with some services arriving at Liverpool South Parkway. Use this guide to compare Scarborough and Liverpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Scarborough station do trains to Liverpool 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 Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime 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: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is 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. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: 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 are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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: Yes.
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