The average train between Scarborough and Windermere takes 5h 52m and the fastest train takes 4h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Scarborough to Windermere. 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 Windermere. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scarborough is at 10:43 PM which arrives into Windermere at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 5h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Scarborough to Windermere? 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 Windermere. However, there are services departing from Scarborough station and arriving at Windermere station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.
Scarborough to Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scarborough station.
Scarborough to Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.
Book your Scarborough to Windermere train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Scarborough and Windermere is 162.6 km. The road distance is 286 km.
You can take a train from Scarborough to Windermere via Leeds, Preston, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 5h 28m.