The average train between Holyhead and Scarborough takes 6h 21m and the fastest train takes 5h 55m. There is a train service every few hours from Holyhead 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 Holyhead and Scarborough. The earliest departure is at 4:56 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 8:02 PM which arrives into Scarborough at 7:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Newton-le-Willows and take an average of 6h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Holyhead 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 Holyhead to Scarborough. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Scarborough station via Newton-le-Willows station and Leeds station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.
Holyhead to Scarborough train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Scarborough train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Scarborough station.
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The distance between Holyhead and Scarborough is 297.8 km. The road distance is 360 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Scarborough via Newton-le-Willows and Leeds in around 6h 24m.