St Helens Central to Scarborough by train
| First train | 06:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:44 | |
| Departure station | St Helens Central | |
| Arrival station | Scarborough | |
| Journey time | From 3h 40m | |
| Distance | 111 miles (178 km) | |
| Frequency | 9 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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Taking the train from St Helens Central to Scarborough in 3 hours 40 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from St Helens Central to Scarborough? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 5 hours 32 minutes to travel the 111 miles (178 km) from St Helens Central to Scarborough by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 40 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 9 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with TransPennine Express for all or at least part of your journey to Scarborough.
Book train tickets from St Helens Central to Scarborough in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Scarborough by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Consider a Season Ticket
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