Scarborough to Reading by train

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Overview: trains from Scarborough to Reading

Find the key information for travelling by train from Scarborough to Reading, 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 05:34 View journey
Last train 22:45 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 6m View journey
Distance (km) 316
Trains / day 27 View all
Cheapest journey AU$132.86 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 45m
Train operators 7

Explore Scarborough to Reading by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Scarborough to Reading aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train cost between Scarborough and Reading

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: AU$132.86

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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Scarborough to Reading departure timetable

On this route, 27 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Scarborough at 05:34 and the last leaving at 22:45 during the week.

For weekend travel to Reading, the earliest departure is at 06:00 and the last one is at 21:48. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 19 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Scarborough to Reading

Trains can complete this route in as little as 4 hours and 6 minutes. The total distance travelled is 316 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets from Scarborough to Reading?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 3 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Making the most of your trip to Reading

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Reading.

FAQs about the train journey from Scarborough to Reading

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

The total journey from Scarborough to Reading is 316 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.