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Compare train and coach for Southampton to Scarborough
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Scarborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, and a train costs an average of £78.
Distance: 381 km
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£115 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 20m Average total duration Fastest 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 31m Average total duration 14h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Southampton to Scarborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Scarborough trains for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 06:20
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 08:30 Southampton | 5h29 | 13:59 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Southampton to Scarborough
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Trains from Southampton to Scarborough run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 but you can travel from only £46 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 18:54. The fastest train covers the 381 km distance in 5h 29m.
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.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £46
Distance 381 km |
Average train duration 5h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 29m |
First train 04:52 |
Last train 18:54 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £46
Train companies: Cross Country from Southampton to Scarborough trainsCross Country trains will get you between Southampton and Scarborough from £46. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Cross Country
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 43m
Cheapest Price
£318
Cross Country frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Southampton to Scarborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton to Scarborough 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 Scarborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Southampton to Scarborough can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £78, while the average price tends to be around £115.
A day trip from Southampton to Scarborough is not feasible as the journey takes 5h 29m, covering a distance of 381 km. The service runs 6 times per day by train.
Spending 2-3 days in Scarborough is ideal to explore its beaches, historic sites, and local attractions comfortably.
The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Scarborough is by coach, costing approximately £46.
The train distance from Southampton to Scarborough is 381 km.
The last train from Southampton to Scarborough departs at 18:54.
The train journey from Southampton to Scarborough offers diverse scenery, including the picturesque landscapes of the Yorkshire Wolds and glimpses of the North York Moors, providing a mix of coastal views and rolling countryside.
There is no night train service from Southampton to Scarborough.
Booking trains from Southampton to Scarborough in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Southampton to Scarborough covers a distance of 381 km and takes approximately 5h 29m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train station in Southampton that goes to Scarborough is Southampton Central (SOU), and it arrives at Scarborough station (SCA).
The first train from Southampton to Scarborough leaves at 4:52.
Trains from Southampton to Scarborough run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Southampton to Scarborough.
Yes, you can take the train from Southampton to Scarborough.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Southampton to Scarborough.
To get from Southampton to Scarborough, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Southampton and Scarborough
Southampton
Scarborough
The major train station for departures in Southampton is Southampton Airport Parkway. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Southampton Airport Parkway for your trip from Southampton to Scarborough.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 05:45 - 20:00 Sunday 07:45 - 20:10
Distance to city center
5 kmParking
- Car Park: Upside and Multi-Storey
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located in the Waiting Area on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Inside booking hall.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Southampton Airport Parkway
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Through Journeys: Station Forecourt Bus Stop off Wide Lane (A335) Terminating Journeys: Car Park at Eastleigh end, off Wide Lane (A335)
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:45 Saturday 06:00 - 20:45 Sunday 06:30 - 20:45
Parking
- Car Park: Premium-downside
Taxis
- Taxi: Yes outside Platform 4 exit
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Waiting Rooms on Platforms 1 and 4. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms. Waiting rooms are heated and seating complies with Code of Practice.
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 - 200 spaces Platform 4 - 44 spaces Outside Platform 4 entrance - 4 spaces Outside Platform 1 entrance - A new bike hut with 140 two tier spaces
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Southampton Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus service goes from the north side (Blechynden Terrace) during engineering works. Overnight onward transport goes from the South side (West Quay side)
The major train station for arrivals in Scarborough is Scarborough. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Scarborough for your journey to Scarborough from Southampton.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 20:00 Saturday 06:15 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Scarborough
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up /Drop off at the service bus stops on the main road outside of the station
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