Scarborough to Skegness by train

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Overview: trains from Scarborough to Skegness

Find the key information for travelling by train from Scarborough to Skegness, 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 06:30 View journey
Last train 22:46 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 3hr 59m View journey
Distance (km) 136
Trains / day 28 View all
Cheapest journey £53.29 View journey
Avg journey time 6hr 11m
Train operators 6

Explore Scarborough to Skegness by train

Thinking about travelling from Scarborough to Skegness by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Cost of a train ticket between Scarborough and Skegness

The cheapest ticket price along this route is £53.29. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 4 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Scarborough to Skegness train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 06:30.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 22:45.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 06:30.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 22:46.

  • 28 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 6 minutes.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Scarborough to Skegness?

On this route spanning 136 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 3 hours and 59 minutes.

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

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 4 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Making the most of your Scarborough to Skegness travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Skegness.

FAQs about the train journey from Scarborough to Skegness

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

The train journey between Scarborough and Skegness covers 136 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.