York to Scarborough bus with National Express

Thu, Feb 05
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The cheapest and fastest buses from York to Scarborough

Showing times and prices for Feb 06

Cheapest price

$0.00

Average price

$-0.01

Fastest journey

1 h 35 m

Average duration

1 h 38 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

57 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from York to Scarborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Fast buses

Of the 5 buses that leave York for Scarborough on Fri, Feb 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Feb 06 the direct buses cover the 57 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .

On Fri, Feb 06 the slowest buses will take 1 h 39 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Coastliner
06:33AM2h03
York
08:36AMScarborough
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1 transfer
Coastliner
07:48AM1h45
York
09:33AMScarborough
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0 transfers
Coastliner
08:49AM1h44
York
10:33AMScarborough
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0 transfers
Coastliner
09:54AM1h39
York
11:33AMScarborough
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0 transfers
Coastliner
10:54AM1h39
York
12:33PMScarborough
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0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for York to Scarborough

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Scarborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €6, and a bus costs an average of €29.

Distance: 35 miles (57 km)

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Bus
Most popular
Train

€29

Average price

€15

Average price

Cheapest

2h 12m

Average total duration

1h 42m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

National Express

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Live departures

York to Scarborough bus times

The table below shows live departures for York to Scarborough buses for today, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 2:13 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Coastliner6:33 AM York
2h03
8:36 AM Scarborough1 transfer
Coastliner7:48 AM York
1h45
9:33 AM Scarborough0 transfersDirect
Coastliner8:49 AM York
1h44
10:33 AM Scarborough0 transfersDirect
Coastliner9:54 AM York
1h39
11:33 AM Scarborough0 transfersDirect
Coastliner10:54 AM York
1h39
12:33 PM Scarborough0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book York to Scarborough buses with Omio?

National Express as well as Coastliner offer buses services from York to Scarborough.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from York to Scarborough.

Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Coastliner to find the best option for your trip from York to Scarborough.
  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from York to Scarborough.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from York to Scarborough.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from York to Scarborough

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Buses from York to Scarborough run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by train.

The earliest bus runs at 06:18, the last at 23:05. The fastest bus covers the 35 miles (57 km) distance in 1h 25m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $8 (€6)
Distance
35 miles (57 km)
Average bus duration
1h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
$36 (€29)
Buses per day
9
Fastest bus
1h 25m
First bus
06:18
Last bus
23:05
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $8 (€6)

Bus providers: National Express, Coastliner from York to ScarboroughYou can travel by bus between York to Scarborough with National Express, Coastliner for as low as $8 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Coastliner

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 32m
Coastliner frequency
10 a day

FAQs: Bus from York to Scarborough

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York to Scarborough by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Scarborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from York to Scarborough can start from as little as $36 (€29) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for York to Scarborough is $36 (€29) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from York to Scarborough is 1h 25m to travel the 35 miles (57 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from York to Scarborough leaves at 6:18 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from York to Scarborough leaves at 11:05 PM.
There are 9 buses a day from York to Scarborough which require at least one change with National Express, Coastliner. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from York to Scarborough, you can count on National Express, Coastliner for the best way to get you to Scarborough. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between York and Scarborough and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Scarborough from York is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from York to Scarborough is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between York and Scarborough including taking a bus and train.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from York to Scarborough for bus company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from York to Scarborough:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from York to Scarborough depends on the bus companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from York to Scarborough.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from York to Scarborough:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from York to Scarborough:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from York to Scarborough.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from York to Scarborough with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from York to Scarborough with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from York to Scarborough with the following bus company: National Express.

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