The average train between Scarborough and Kent takes 5h 32m and the fastest train takes 4h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Scarborough to Kent. 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 Scarborough and Kent. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scarborough is at 10:43 PM which arrives into Kent at 8:07 AM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 5h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Scarborough to Kent? 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 Scarborough to Kent. However, there are services departing from Scarborough station and arriving at Kent station via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.
Scarborough to Kent train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scarborough station.
Scarborough to Kent train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Ashford International station.
Book your Scarborough to Kent train tickets online with TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and Southeastern.
The distance between Scarborough and Kent is 345.4 km. The road distance is 475 km.
You can take a train from Scarborough to Lenham via York, London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, and Ashford International in around 4h 23m.