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Trip Summary
You can pick from 19 daily train trips between Scarborough and Manchester. The average train journey from Scarborough to Manchester takes 2 hours and 29 minutes, but some TransPennine Express train trips are as short as 2 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 93 mi (150 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 10m |
| Lowest price | €33.39 |
| Trains per day | 10 |
| Most frequent service | TransPennine Express |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Scarborough to Manchester?
TransPennine Express is the one and only train line which connects Scarborough to Manchester. However, there are 19 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| TransPennine Express | 19 | 2h 30m | €33.39 |
TransPennine Express train tickets from Scarborough to Manchester start from €22, and on average cost . Daily there are 19 TransPennine Express schedules to Manchester. TransPennine Express in Scarborough leaves from Scarborough Rail Station and one other station. And in Manchester trains arrive at Manchester Victoria and 2 other train stations.
From Scarborough to Manchester train travel on TransPennine Express takes 2 hours and 30 minutes. If you are looking to get to Manchester faster, TransPennine Express offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 10 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, TransPennine Express offers 38 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Manchester.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Scarborough to Manchester on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Scarborough at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 18:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 19 scheduled trains on most days. 10 of these are direct connections to Manchester. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Manchester to Scarborough.
City Information
Manchester
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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Scarborough?
Main departure station: Seamer Station
There are two stations in Scarborough where you can board the train to Manchester.
All train stations in Scarborough:
Seamer Station
Scarborough Rail Station
Where is the train station in Manchester?
Main arrival station: Manchester Victoria
There are more train stations and stops in Manchester than most cities. Most trains from Scarborough will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Manchester:
Train stations in Manchester:
Manchester Victoria
Manchester Piccadilly Station
Manchester Oxford Rd Station
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