The average train between Kent and Scarborough takes 5h 10m and the fastest train takes 4h 2m. There is a train service every few hours from Kent 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 hourly between Kent and Scarborough. The earliest departure is at 2:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Kent is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Scarborough at 8:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Ashford International and take an average of 5h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Kent 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 Kent to Scarborough. However, there are services departing from Kent station and arriving at Scarborough station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.
Kent to Scarborough train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.
Kent to Scarborough train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Scarborough station.
Book your Kent to Scarborough train tickets online with Southeastern, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Kent and Scarborough is 345.4 km. The road distance is 475 km.
You can take a train from Lenham to Scarborough via Ashford International, London St Pancras International, King's Cross, and York in around 4h 37m.