Peterborough, United Kingdom to Scarborough: Road Trip Guide & Distance

118.1 miles 190 km · straight line
148 miles actual route 238.2 km · driving distance
3h 6min estimated drive time
£22 - £28 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
357° N bearing direction

How far is Peterborough, United Kingdom from Scarborough?

The distance from Peterborough, United Kingdom to Scarborough is 118.1 miles (190 km) as the crow flies. Scarborough is located N of Peterborough, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 148 miles, taking about 3h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Peterborough, United Kingdom and Scarborough. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Peterborough, United Kingdom to Scarborough

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 6min £22 - £28 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 43min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 57min $18–$52* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Peterborough, United Kingdom & Scarborough

Quick Facts

Peterborough, United Kingdom
52.57°N, 0.25°W
Europe/London
12m elevation
Scarborough
54.28°N, 0.40°W
Europe/London
48m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 210.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM