The average train between Cambridge and Scarborough takes 4h 9m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. There is a train service every few hours from Cambridge to Scarborough. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Cambridge and Scarborough. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Scarborough at 7:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 4h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cambridge to Scarborough? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Scarborough. However, there are services departing from Cambridge station and arriving at Scarborough station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.
Cambridge to Scarborough train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cambridge station.
Cambridge to Scarborough train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Scarborough station.
Book your Cambridge to Scarborough train tickets online with Cross Country, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Cambridge and Scarborough is 233.8 km. The road distance is 319 km.
You can take a train from Cambridge to Scarborough via Peterborough and York in around 3h 57m.