Chester to Scarborough by train

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Overview: trains from Chester to Scarborough

Find the key information for travelling by train from Chester to Scarborough, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 03:12 View journey
Last train 23:22 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 3hr 16m View journey
Distance (km) 203
Trains / day 31 View all
Cheapest journey AU$62.05 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 21m
Train operators 9

Travelling from Chester to Scarborough by train

Considering a train trip from Chester to Scarborough? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train travel between Chester and Scarborough: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Chester to Scarborough:

  • Cheapest tickets: AU$62.05

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:

Tickets go on sale 4 months in advance.

Train times for travel between Chester and Scarborough

If you are taking the train from Chester to Scarborough, you will have 31 trains each day (with a departure every 30 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 03:12. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:22. On weekends, the first train departs at 03:36, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:22.

Train duration for trips from Chester to Scarborough

The swiftest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 16 minutes, crossing a total distance of 203 kilometres.

How far in advance Chester and Scarborough tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Chester and Scarborough are available 4 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Learn more about train travel from Chester to Scarborough

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Chester and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Scarborough city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Chester to Scarborough

Want to know more about your journey from Chester to Scarborough? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Chester and Scarborough by train is 203 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.