What is the cheapest way to get from Scarborough to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Scarborough to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Scarborough to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Scarborough to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £75 - £170.

Is there a direct train between Scarborough and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Scarborough to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Scarborough and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Scarborough to Edinburgh?

The distance between Scarborough and Edinburgh is 246 miles. The road distance is 193 miles.

How do I travel from Scarborough to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Scarborough to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £75 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Scarborough to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Scarborough to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scarborough to Edinburgh train from?

Scarborough to Edinburgh train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scarborough station.

Where does the Scarborough to Edinburgh train arrive?

Scarborough to Edinburgh train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Scarborough to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Scarborough to Edinburgh is 193 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Scarborough to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Scarborough to Edinburgh?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2800+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Scarborough to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Scarborough to Edinburgh by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Yorktrain Scarborough - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from York to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
3h 21m
£77–165
Drive 191.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Scarborough to Edinburghcar 191.9 mi
4h 3m
£48–69
Train to Leeds Bradford International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Leedstrain
2. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LBA - EDI
6h 37m
£97–194
Train, train to Newcastle, fly
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Yorktrain
2. Take the train from York to Newcastletrain
3. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane NCL - EDI
6h 56m
£79–255

Scarborough to Edinburgh by train

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3h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 244.1 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Scarborough, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Scarborough to Edinburgh Waverley via York in around 3h 21m.

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