Trains from Leeds to Scarborough

Leeds to Scarborough train information

The trip between Leeds, located in England and Scarborough, situated in England is well connected by trains. The trains are run by the following train operators: TransPennine Express.

There are 57 miles between the 2 cities and the average journey time from Leeds to Scarborough is approximately 1h17m. Taking the train is often the quickest option to get to Scarborough from Leeds, and it's also more environmentally friendly than driving your car or flying.

The lowest ticket price we've found for the next 180 days is £19.90 one way.

Best prices for Leeds to Scarborough train tickets

Leeds - Scarborough prices calendar

Find the cheapest tickets to travel from Leeds to Scarborough by train, bus, ride sharing and plane.

Leeds - Scarborough: the best time to book cheap trains

Price of the ticket when booking in advance or at the last minute

The Prices for train tickets Leeds to Scarborough will increase the closer you get to your departure day. If we look at our data, if you book your seat 15 days in advance, tickets should be available from £10 whereas when buying your ticket on the day you're travelling, you will need to spend at least £18 for your journey. Thus, you can save 44% on the price of your ticket by purchasing your seat 15 days in advance rather than on the day you're travelling.

The results are based on the best fares found over the past 6 months when buying in advance versus at the last minute.

Best prices for Leeds to Scarborough trains

We compare train ticket for all major companies to travel between Leeds and Scarborough by train and find the best prices for the coming days. Take a look at the prices of train tickets Scarborough to Leeds and find the best deal for your outbound journey.

Discount Leeds - Scarborough train tickets

Looking to travel for less? Many railcards and discounts are available to pay less for your Leeds Scarborough train ticket and make even more savings on your tickets: special train fares for children, railcards for all ages, group travel, or charity discount. There are different types of railcards available: 16-25 railcard, Two together railcard, Family and Friends Railcard, Senior railcard, Disabled persons railcard.

How much can I save with a railcard?

When purchasing a railcard, you want to save money after several trips. But is it really worth it when taking the train from Leeds to Scarborough? Check with your calculator, taking into account:

A = the railcard cost (i.e.: £30)

B = average saving with the railcard (i.e.: 34%)

C = average price for a Leeds Scarborough ticket (i.e.: £29.80)(1)

Initially, divide A by B: this will show you the budget from which the card will be profitable. Now divide that number by C. The result is the minimum number of trips needed throughout the duration of the railcard's validity to start saving money.

In our example, A/B = £30/34% = £88.00. Then, 88/£29.80 = 2.95. Your railcard will be worthwile once you will have done at least 3 trips from Leeds to Scarborough (one way journey).

How much do I need to pay for a railcard?

The price to buy a Disabled persons railcard is £20 while it will cost you £30 to have the 16-25, Two together, Family and Friends or the Senior railcard. All of them enable you to save 34% off most adult fares for one year.

⁽¹⁾Average prices observed over the last 6 months for one way journey