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Trip Overview

The average train between Scarborough and Cardiff takes 6h 53m and the fastest train takes 5h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Scarborough to Cardiff. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 53m
Duration
275 mi
Distance
£136
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Scarborough to Cardiff train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Scarborough and Cardiff. The earliest departure is at 5:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scarborough is at 10:43 PM which arrives into Cardiff at 11:25 AM. All services require a transfer at York and take an average of 6h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country6h 33m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country6h 13m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country6h 33m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country6h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 41m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 40m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 38m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country6h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 40m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 38m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country6h 32m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country6h 33m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 28m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 28m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 30m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 28m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 41m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 40m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 38m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country6h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 41m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 40m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 38m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country6h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 41m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 40m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country5h 38m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressCross CountryCross Country6h 32m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Scarborough to Cardiff? 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.

Map of how to get from Scarborough to Cardiff.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 275.1 mi
  • Duration: 6h 53m

What companies run services between Scarborough, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Scarborough to Cardiff Central via York and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 59m.

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