How much is the train ticket from Leeds to Scarborough?

The cheapest train tickets from Leeds to Scarborough start from $17. The average price for this train route is around $32. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Leeds to Scarborough?

The average train ride duration from Leeds to Scarborough is 1h 17m, covering a distance of 58 miles (92 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 14m and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators service the Leeds to Scarborough route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leeds to Scarborough?

The earliest train departs from Leeds to Scarborough at 7:26am. And the latest train departs at 10:25pm.

Train Leeds to Scarborough from $16

Next train departures

Next departures for Leeds to Scarborough on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:42pm	Leeds	1h 17m	9:59pm	Scarborough	Cheapest
Train	8:43am	Leeds	1h 16m	9:59am	Scarborough	Fastest
Train	7:42am	Leeds	1h 17m	8:59am	Scarborough	No tags
Train	7:42am	Leeds	1h 17m	8:59am	Scarborough	No tags
Train	8:43am	Leeds	1h 16m	9:59am	Scarborough	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Scarborough on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:43am	Leeds	1h 16m	8:59am	Scarborough	Cheapest
Train	7:43am	Leeds	1h 16m	8:59am	Scarborough	Fastest
Train	8:42am	Leeds	1h 17m	9:59am	Scarborough	No tags
Train	8:42am	Leeds	1h 17m	9:59am	Scarborough	No tags
Train	9:42am	Leeds	1h 17m	10:59am	Scarborough	No tags

Next departures for Leeds to Scarborough on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:42pm	Leeds	1h 17m	9:59pm	Scarborough	Cheapest
Train	7:45pm	Leeds	1h 15m	9:00pm	Scarborough	Fastest
Train	7:43am	Leeds	1h 16m	8:59am	Scarborough	No tags
Train	7:43am	Leeds	1h 16m	8:59am	Scarborough	No tags
Train	8:44am	Leeds	1h 16m	10:00am	Scarborough	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 5:47 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Leeds to Scarborough

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Scarborough. The journey takes about 3 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

3h 19mAverage Duration

57 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$6 - $6	Average Duration3h 19m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$17 - $83	Average Duration1h 17m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$8 - $8	Average Duration1h 20m	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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at $17

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Leeds to Scarborough by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Leeds to Scarborough?
The cheapest train tickets from Leeds to Scarborough start from $17. The average price for this train route is around $32. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leeds to Scarborough?
The average train ride duration from Leeds to Scarborough is 1h 17m, covering a distance of 58 miles (92 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 14m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators service the Leeds to Scarborough route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Leeds to Scarborough?
The earliest train departs from Leeds to Scarborough at 7:26am. And the latest train departs at 10:25pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$25

12/10

$26

Today

$25

12/12

$22

12/13

$16

12/14

No data

12/15

$16

12/16

$16

The cheapest trip from Leeds to Scarborough was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $16

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

You can expect to pay from $16 to $57 for a train ticket from Leeds to Scarborough based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-12-15.