The average train between Scarborough and Carnforth takes 3h 23m and the fastest train takes 3h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Scarborough to Carnforth. 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 every 4 hours between Scarborough and Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scarborough is at 8:54 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 10:16 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Scarborough to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Scarborough station and arriving at Carnforth station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.
Scarborough to Carnforth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scarborough station.
Scarborough to Carnforth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Carnforth station.
Book your Scarborough to Carnforth train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Scarborough and Carnforth is 154.8 km. The road distance is 209 km.
You can take a train from Scarborough to Carnforth via Leeds in around 4h.