Scarborough to Durham by train

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Overview: trains from Scarborough to Durham

Find the key information for travelling by train from Scarborough to Durham, 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 06:00 View journey
Last train 22:46 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 40m View journey
Distance (km) 94
Trains / day 54 View all
Cheapest journey US$37.00 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 57m
Train operators 7

Scarborough to Durham by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Scarborough to Durham? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 94 kilometres.

Cost of train travel from Scarborough to Durham

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Scarborough to Durham:

  • Cheapest ticket: US$37.00

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Train times for travel from Scarborough to Durham

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 06:00 and the last departure is 22:46. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:00 and the last train leaves at 22:07. On average, a total of 54 trains make this journey each day.

How long does the train from Scarborough to Durham take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 1 hour and 40 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 94 kilometres.

Booking Scarborough to Durham trains in advance

Booking your Scarborough to Durham tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 5 months before departure.

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More information on train travel from Scarborough to Durham

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Durham city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Scarborough to Durham

Want to know more about your journey from Scarborough to Durham? 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 Durham spans 94 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.