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Malton Museum
Town museum covering Malton and Norton history, archaeology and local stories. A useful first stop for understanding the area.
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
22 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
30 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Scarborough to Malton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Scarborough to Malton will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 18 trains that leave Scarborough for Malton every day 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 23 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.










The table below shows live departures for Scarborough to Malton trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G15825 | On time 6:46 Scarborough station (SCA) | 0h24 | 7:10 Malton station (MLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G16067 | On time 7:47 Scarborough station (SCA) | 0h24 | 8:11 Malton station (MLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G16071 | On time 8:53 Scarborough station (SCA) | 0h24 | 9:17 Malton station (MLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G16076 | On time 9:53 Scarborough station (SCA) | 0h24 | 10:17 Malton station (MLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15812 | On time 10:53 Scarborough station (SCA) | 0h24 | 11:17 Malton station (MLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
G15816 | On time 11:53 Scarborough station (SCA) | 0h24 | 12:17 Malton station (MLT) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Scarborough to Malton run on average 5 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 23m.
Distance 30 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 23m |
First train 5:35 |
Last train 23:32 |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Malton — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Malton trip today.
Town museum covering Malton and Norton history, archaeology and local stories. A useful first stop for understanding the area.
Museum in nearby Eden Camp exploring British social and military life in the Second World War through immersive displays in original huts.
Historic house rooms at Castle Howard display art, furnishings and family collections. An accessible art and heritage visit close to Malton.
Handsome Georgian market place at Malton’s heart, lined with independent shops and historic buildings. A good area for a first walk.
Riverside green space and walking area beside the Derwent. Good for a relaxed stroll, open views and watching local wildlife.
Historic part of the town across the river with a village feel, old stone buildings and easy access to the priory church ruins.
Yorkshire pudding is a baked batter pudding traditionally served with roast beef and gravy, central to Sunday lunch across Yorkshire.
Yorkshire curd tart is a sweet pastry filled with curd cheese, eggs and dried fruit, a long-standing regional speciality of Yorkshire bakeries.
Wensleydale cheese, often eaten with fruit cake, is a crumbly Yorkshire cheese closely associated with local farming and regional food culture.
Stylish bistro and deli serving seasonal British cooking, good coffee and a relaxed market-town atmosphere.
Popular Malton smokehouse known for low-and-slow barbecue, craft beer and a lively, informal dining room.
Refined restaurant with a focus on locally sourced Yorkshire ingredients, suited to a slower sit-down meal.
Moderate for England: accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than York, while rail travel and tourist-season stays can raise overall costs.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis, and tipping in cafés is optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Scarborough to Malton 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 Malton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Scarborough to Malton trains use the Scarborough to Malton station pair. Use this guide to compare Scarborough and Malton train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Scarborough.
Wi-Fi is available at Scarborough.
Ticket office support is available at Scarborough.
Available at Scarborough: Parking, WC.
Available at Scarborough: Bike Parking.
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.
Malton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Malton.
Wi-Fi is available at Malton.
Ticket office support is available at Malton.
Available at Malton: Parking.
Available at Malton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to the platform. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:30 - 19:45 Sunday: 09:30 - 19:45 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). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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