The average train between Chester and Scarborough takes 4h 1m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester 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 Chester and Scarborough. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 10:26 PM which arrives into Scarborough at 7:06 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chester to Scarborough. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Scarborough station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.
Chester to Scarborough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Scarborough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Scarborough station.
Book your Chester to Scarborough train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Chester and Scarborough is 203.5 km. The road distance is 239 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Scarborough via Manchester Victoria in around 3h 51m.