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Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire Train

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14/11/2025
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Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire by train

The journey from Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire by train is 225.63 mi and takes 6 hrs 52 mins. There are 76 connections per day, with the first departure at 00:01 and the last at 23:54. It is possible to travel from Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire by train for as little as £6.94 or as much as £39.14. The best price for this journey is £6.94.

Lowest Price £6.94
Journey Duration 6 hrs 52 mins
Connection per Day 76
Lowest Price £6.94
Highest Price £39.14
First Departure 00:01
Last Departure 23:54
Distance 225.63 mi
Departure Cardiff
Arrival Scarborough, North Yorkshire
Carriers National Rail

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire

The cheapest Cardiff - Scarborough, North Yorkshire train tickets can be found for as low as £29.44 if you’re lucky, or £33.36 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £35.82.

Find the best day to travel to Scarborough, North Yorkshire by train

When travelling to Scarborough, North Yorkshire by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
25.42kg
Bus
27.23kg
Flight
72.62kg
Car
58.1kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Cardiff and Scarborough, North Yorkshire are 25.42kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Cardiff and Scarborough, North Yorkshire? By taking the train between Cardiff and Scarborough, North Yorkshire you will save 47.2kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.81kg compared to a bus and 32.68kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire?
A train ticket from Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire is £23.86. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £6.94.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire is £6.94. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Cardiff and Scarborough, North Yorkshire by train?
Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire is 225.63 mi.
How long does the train between Cardiff and Scarborough, North Yorkshire take?
Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire is on average 6 hrs 52 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 5 hrs 34 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire?
Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire has 76 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire leave?
The earliest train from Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire departs at 00:01. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire depart?
The latest train from Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire departs at 23:54. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £6.94 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Cardiff and Scarborough, North Yorkshire is 5 hrs 34 mins.
Is there a direct train from Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire?
Yes, there is a direct train between Cardiff and Scarborough, North Yorkshire.
What are the CO2 emissions for Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire by train?
The train journey from Cardiff to Scarborough, North Yorkshire creates 25.42kg of CO2 emissions.

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