The average train between Ipswich and Scarborough takes 4h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Ipswich 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 4 hours between Ipswich and Scarborough. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ipswich is at 8:01 PM which arrives into Scarborough at 10:01 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 4h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Ipswich 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 Ipswich to Scarborough. However, there are services departing from Ipswich station and arriving at Scarborough station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.
Ipswich to Scarborough train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ipswich station.
Ipswich to Scarborough train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Scarborough station.
Book your Ipswich to Scarborough train tickets online with Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Ipswich and Scarborough is 267.9 km. The road distance is 377 km.
You can take a train from Ipswich to Scarborough via Peterborough and York in around 4h 51m.