Trains from Sheffield to Scarborough

Sheffield to Scarborough train information

Sheffield Scarborough train map

Train duration 2h27m
Arrival Scarborough, England
Departure Sheffield, England
Distance 76 Miles
Train operators Cross Country
Lowest train price from £40.40
Average train price £45.00
  • All trains from Sheffield (Yorkshire and the Humber England) to Scarborough (Yorkshire and the Humber England) are provided by Cross Country. The services on board can vary depending on the rail company.
  • There are 76 miles between the two cities and the average duration between Sheffield to Scarborough is around 2h27m. Train travel is most of the time the quickest way to travel to Scarborough from Sheffield, and it's also more environmentally friendly than driving or taking the plane.
  • The cheapest fare we've found to travel in the next month is £40.40 one way.

Best prices for Sheffield to Scarborough train tickets

from £40.40 MORE 2h33m

Sheffield - Scarborough prices calendar

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

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Ticket prices and availability have been recorded in the last 72 hours from the data provided by our partners.

Sheffield - Scarborough: the best time to book cheap trains

Cost of the train when booking in advance or at the last minute

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Days before Departure

The chart above illustrates the best prices found over the last six months depending on how much time in advance the ticket is purchased. Buying your train from Sheffield to Scarborough in advance will enable you to pay less for your train.

The cheapest tickets we found were from £10 when purchasing your train 3 days in advance which is 64% cheaper than the best price we found when purchasing your seat on the day you're travelling.

Best prices for Sheffield to Scarborough trains

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

From To Price Departure on At Company Searched
Sheffield
Scarborough
£40.40 03/05/2024 09:57 1 month ago
Sheffield
Scarborough
£40.40 03/05/2024 10:57 1 month ago
Sheffield
Scarborough
£43.00 03/05/2024 08:56 1 month ago
Sheffield
Scarborough
£47.10 03/05/2024 08:22 Cross Country 1 month ago
Sheffield
Scarborough
£47.10 03/05/2024 09:52 Cross Country 1 month ago
Sheffield
Scarborough
£47.10 03/05/2024 10:21 Cross Country 1 month ago

Best prices for the next 180 days.

Sheffield Scarborough train

Discount Sheffield - Scarborough train tickets

National Railcards can save you a lot if you're using the train. Depending on your age and your situation, you are able to get one of the five existing railcards: Disabled persons, 16-25, Two together, Senior or Family and Friends railcards. Railcards can help you pay less for your Sheffield Scarborough train ticket.

Why should I buy a railcard?

When getting a railcard, the idea is to make savings after several trips. But is it really relevant when taking the train from Sheffield to Scarborough? Grab your calculator, taking into account:

A = the railcard cost (i.e.: £30)

B = average discount offered by the railcard (i.e.: 34%)

C = average fare for a Sheffield Scarborough ticket (i.e.: £44.18)(1)

Start by dividing A by B: this will show you the budget from which the card will be worthwile. Then divide that number by C. You will see the average number of trips needed per year to start saving money.

In our example, A/B = £30/34% = £88.00. Then, 88/£44.18 = 1.99. Your railcard will be worth the investment after on average 2 trips from Sheffield to Scarborough (one way journey).

How much do I need to pay for a railcard?

Railcards enable you to get a third off most train fares for a year. The Disabled persons railcard costs £20 and the 5 other railcards £30.

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

Train Journey Average price without railcard(1) With a railcard 34% off(2) Saving based on a one-way trip Number of return trips to pay off the cost
Sheffield to Scarborough train £44.18 £29.46 £14.73 2

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

(2)Price calculated with an average reduction of 34% on train tickets fare

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