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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Scarborough | Manchester Piccadilly | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Scarborough | Manchester Victoria | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Scarborough | Manchester Victoria | No tags | ||||
| Train | Scarborough | Manchester Victoria | No tags | ||||
| Train | Scarborough | Manchester Victoria | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 5:28 PM GMT.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Scarborough to Manchester
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 R 252, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
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 R 495
Transpennine Express Scarborough Manchester recent customer reviews
Excellent services.
Ndiudze M.
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 differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Scarborough to Manchester?
The cheapest train tickets from Scarborough to Manchester start from R 495. The average price for this train route is around R 898. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 150 km. The quickest train can get 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.
The cheapest trip from Scarborough to Manchester was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 468To 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 R 468 to R 2 801 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 R 468, which is on 2025-12-14.
