The average train between Ely and Scarborough takes 3h 29m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Ely 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 Ely and Scarborough. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ely is at 9:47 PM which arrives into Scarborough at 7:06 AM. All services require a transfer at Peterborough and take an average of 3h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ely to Scarborough? 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 Ely to Scarborough. However, there are services departing from Ely station and arriving at Scarborough station via Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.
Ely to Scarborough train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ely station.
Ely to Scarborough train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Scarborough station.
Book your Ely to Scarborough train tickets online with Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Ely and Scarborough is 213.7 km. The road distance is 296 km.
You can take a train from Ely to Scarborough via Peterborough and York in around 3h 45m.