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

The cheapest train tickets from Leeds to Scarborough start from £13. The average price for this train route is around £23. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Leeds to Scarborough?

The average train journey time from Leeds to Scarborough is 1h 18m, covering a distance of 58 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 14m and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators serve the Leeds to Scarborough route?

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

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

The earliest train from Leeds to Scarborough departs at 07:26. And the latest train departs at 22:25.

Train Leeds to Scarborough from £12

Next train departures

Next departures from Leeds to Scarborough on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:42	Leeds	1h 17m	10:59	Scarborough	Cheapest
Train	08:43	Leeds	1h 16m	09:59	Scarborough	Fastest
Train	07:42	Leeds	1h 17m	08:59	Scarborough	No tags
Train	07:42	Leeds	1h 17m	08:59	Scarborough	No tags
Train	08:43	Leeds	1h 16m	09:59	Scarborough	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 11:59 GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Leeds to Scarborough

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Scarborough. The journey takes about 3 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just £5, 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£5 - £5	Average duration3h 19m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£13 - £64	Average duration1h 18m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£7 - £7	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. 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 £13

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leeds to Scarborough 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 Leeds to Scarborough?
The cheapest train tickets from Leeds to Scarborough start from £13. The average price for this train route is around £23. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leeds to Scarborough?
The average train journey time from Leeds to Scarborough is 1h 18m, covering a distance of 58 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 14m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Leeds to Scarborough route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leeds to Scarborough?
The earliest train from Leeds to Scarborough departs at 07:26. And the latest train departs at 22:25.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

02/12

£20

03/12

£20

Today

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05/12

£13

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07/12

£12

08/12

£12

09/12

£12

The cheapest trip from Leeds to Scarborough was searched and found on 7 Dec 2025 with a price of £12

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 £12 to £41 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 £12, which is on 2025-12-07.