The average train between Cheltenham and Scarborough takes 4h 49m and the fastest train takes 4h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham and Scarborough. The earliest departure is at 7:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 6:12 PM which arrives into Scarborough at 11:16 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Scarborough. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Scarborough station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.
Cheltenham to Scarborough train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Scarborough train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Scarborough station.
Book your Cheltenham to Scarborough train tickets online with Cross Country and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Cheltenham and Scarborough is 287.3 km. The road distance is 361 km.
You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Scarborough via York in around 4h 46m.