How much does a cheap train ticket from Scarborough to York cost?

The average train ticket price from Scarborough to York is £17. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Scarborough to York is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Scarborough to York?

A train trip between Scarborough and York is around 50m, although the fastest train will take about 47m. This is the time it takes to travel the 36 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Scarborough and York?

The number of trains from Scarborough to York can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Scarborough to York by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Scarborough to York?

When taking the train from Scarborough to York, you can travel comfortably and safely with Transpennine Express, Northern.

Train Scarborough to York from £9

Next train departures

Next departures from Scarborough to York on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:54	Scarborough	50m	16:44	York	Cheapest
Train	20:54	Scarborough	49m	21:43	York	Fastest
Train	08:54	Scarborough	50m	09:44	York	No tags
Train	08:54	Scarborough	50m	09:44	York	No tags
Train	09:54	Scarborough	50m	10:44	York	No tags

Next departures from Scarborough to York on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:54	Scarborough	50m	21:44	York	Cheapest
Train	08:54	Scarborough	50m	09:44	York	Fastest
Train	08:54	Scarborough	50m	09:44	York	No tags
Train	09:54	Scarborough	51m	10:45	York	No tags
Train	09:54	Scarborough	51m	10:45	York	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 19:49 GMT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Scarborough to York

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach York. The journey takes about 2 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just £5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

95bus per day

2h 1mAverage duration

36 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£5 - £5	Average duration2h 1m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£5 - £34	Average duration50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Transpennine Express

3.5/521 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.2

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Scarborough to York by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Scarborough to York cost?
The average train ticket price from Scarborough to York is £17. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Scarborough to York is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Scarborough to York?
A train trip between Scarborough and York is around 50m, although the fastest train will take about 47m. This is the time it takes to travel the 36 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Scarborough and York?
The number of trains from Scarborough to York can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Scarborough to York by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Scarborough to York?
When taking the train from Scarborough to York, you can travel comfortably and safely with Transpennine Express, Northern.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

17/11

£15

18/11

£15

Today

£15

20/11

No data

21/11

£12

22/11

£11

23/11

£14

24/11

£12

The cheapest trip from Scarborough to York was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £11

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

You can expect to pay from £11 to £32 for a train ticket from Scarborough to York based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2025-11-22.