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Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Scarborough (SCA)

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27

train journeys
per day

117

miles (189 kms)

3hrs 28 mins

fastest journey

06:15 / 00:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Leicester (LEI) to Scarborough (SCA)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Leicester and Scarborough , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 27 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Leicester to Scarborough is approximately 117 miles (189 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 24 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Scarborough.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Leicester to Scarborough. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 28 mins.

Journeys from Leicester to Scarborough Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:15
    3 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    09:53
    Leicester
    Scarborough
    Leicester to Scarborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:37
    4 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    10:41
    Leicester
    Scarborough
    Leicester to Scarborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:14
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    10:53
    Leicester
    Scarborough
    Leicester to Scarborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:43
    3 hrs 58 mins 1 change
    11:41
    Leicester
    Scarborough
    Leicester to Scarborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:18
    3 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    11:53
    Leicester
    Scarborough
    Leicester to Scarborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:40
    4 hrs 1 min 1 change
    12:41
    Leicester
    Scarborough
    Leicester to Scarborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:14
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    12:53
    Leicester
    Scarborough
    Leicester to Scarborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:40
    4 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    13:43
    Leicester
    Scarborough
    Leicester to Scarborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:10
    3 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    13:53
    Leicester
    Scarborough
    Leicester to Scarborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:37
    4 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    14:41
    Leicester
    Scarborough
    Leicester to Scarborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:13
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    14:53
    Leicester
    Scarborough
    Leicester to Scarborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:37
    4 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    15:41
    Leicester
    Scarborough
    Leicester to Scarborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:12
    3 hrs 41 mins 2 changes
    15:53
    Leicester
    Scarborough
    Leicester to Scarborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:35
    4 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    16:44
    Leicester
    Scarborough
    Leicester to Scarborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:13
    3 hrs 40 mins 2 changes
    16:53
    Leicester
    Scarborough
    Leicester to Scarborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:38
    4 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    17:42
    Leicester
    Scarborough
    Leicester to Scarborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:12
    3 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    18:06
    Leicester
    Scarborough
    Leicester to Scarborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:37
    4 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    18:45
    Leicester
    Scarborough
    Leicester to Scarborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:12
    3 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    18:56
    Leicester
    Scarborough
    Leicester to Scarborough
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:37
    4 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    19:42
    Leicester
    Scarborough
    Leicester to Scarborough

About Leicester Station

Station name Leicester (LEI)
Address Leicester station, London Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 0QB
Managed by EM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:20 - 22:30
Saturday 05:20 - 22:30
Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Scarborough Station

Station name Scarborough (SCA)
Address Scarborough station, Westborough, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO11 1TN
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 20:00
Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Leicester and Scarborough

The travel time between Leicester and Scarborough by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 28 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Leicester and Scarborough vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:15, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:58.

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Amenities on trains between Leicester and Scarborough can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Leicester & Scarborough. owever, there are 27 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Leicester and Scarborough.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Leicester and Scarborough, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.