How much does a train ticket cost from Scarborough to Manchester?

The cheapest train tickets from Scarborough to Manchester start from £22. The average price for this train route is around £40. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Scarborough to Manchester?

The average train journey time from Scarborough to Manchester is 2h 28m, covering a distance of 93 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 11m and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators serve the Scarborough to Manchester route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 16 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Scarborough to Manchester?

The earliest train from Scarborough to Manchester departs at 07:48. And the latest train departs at 22:45.

Train Scarborough to Manchester from £21

Next train departures

Next departures from Scarborough to Manchester on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:54	Scarborough	2h 47m	22:41	Manchester Piccadilly	Cheapest
Train	09:54	Scarborough	2h 15m	12:09	Manchester Victoria	Fastest
Train	07:48	Scarborough	2h 21m	10:09	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	07:48	Scarborough	2h 21m	10:09	Manchester Victoria	No tags
Train	08:54	Scarborough	2h 18m	11:12	Manchester Victoria	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 17:28 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Scarborough to Manchester

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 5 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

5h 29mAverage duration

89 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£12 - £14	Average duration5h 29m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£22 - £129	Average duration2h 28m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Transpennine Express

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Based on 22 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at £22

Transpennine Express Scarborough Manchester recent customer reviews

Excellent services.

Ndiudze M.

12 August 2024

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Scarborough to Manchester by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Scarborough to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Scarborough to Manchester start from £22. The average price for this train route is around £40. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Scarborough to Manchester?
The average train journey time from Scarborough to Manchester is 2h 28m, covering a distance of 93 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 11m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Scarborough to Manchester route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 16 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Scarborough to Manchester?
The earliest train from Scarborough to Manchester departs at 07:48. And the latest train departs at 22:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/12

£22

10/12

£34

Today

£22

12/12

£29

13/12

£22

14/12

£21

15/12

£21

16/12

£21

The cheapest trip from Scarborough to Manchester was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Scarborough to Manchester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £21 to £126 for a train ticket from Scarborough to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £21, which is on 2025-12-14.