The cheapest and fastest trains from Scarborough station (SCA) to York station (YRK)
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
51 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Scarborough station (SCA) to York station (YRK) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Scarborough station (SCA) to York station (YRK) will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 5 trains that leave Scarborough station (SCA) for York station (YRK) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 51 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.










Live departures
Scarborough station (SCA) to York station (YRK) train times
The table below shows live departures for Scarborough station (SCA) to York station (YRK) trains for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:48 Scarborough station (SCA) | 0h51 | 06:39 York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:15 Scarborough station (SCA) | 2h43 | 09:58 York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:54 Scarborough station (SCA) | 0h50 | 11:44 York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:54 Scarborough station (SCA) | 0h50 | 19:44 York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:45 Scarborough station (SCA) | 0h48 | 22:33 York station (YRK) | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Scarborough station (SCA) to York station (YRK)
Trains from Scarborough station (SCA) to York station (YRK) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 48m.
Distance 57 km |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 04:50 |
Last train 21:45 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Scarborough station (SCA) to York station (YRK) trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Scarborough station (SCA) and York station (YRK) from £8. 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 station (SCA) to York station (YRK) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Scarborough station (SCA) to York station (YRK) 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 York station (YRK), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Scarborough station (SCA) and York station (YRK)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3. The toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up /Drop off at the service bus stops on the main road outside of the station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 19:00 For Advance Purchases, the opening hours are: Mon - Fri 08:00 until 19:00. Sat 08:00 until 18:00. Sun 09:00 until 18:00
- Car Park: Station Short Stay Car Park
- 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 taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The Ladies toilets are located in the Main Concourse and in the Waiting Room between Platforms 7 and 9. The Gents toilet is adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9. The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from station staff.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are adjacent to Platform 2 and between Platforms 8 and 9; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, within car park, and next to the ticket office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus Stand E outside the Principal Hotel

