How to travel from Manchester to Scarborough

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Compare train and bus for Manchester to Scarborough

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Scarborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, while a train costs an average of $39.

Distance: 92 miles (149 km)

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Driving

$39

Average price

$17

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Cheapest

$41

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 57m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 27m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 52m

Average total duration

4h 22m

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30m

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3h 13m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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National Express

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The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Scarborough is a bus with an average price of $17 (€14).

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Scarborough:

A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Scarborough costing on average $39 (€32).

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Scarborough is by train with an average journey time of 2h 57m.

Other travel options to Scarborough take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester and Scarborough including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester to Scarborough among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 46m faster (2h 27m by train vs 3h 13m by car) and roughly $1 (€0.99) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($39 (€32) vs $41 (€33)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Manchester to Scarborough

How to get from Manchester to Scarborough by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Manchester to Scarborough is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National ExpressNX172 · YC843
    7:00 AM5h33
    Manchester, Coach Station
    12:33 PMScarborough, Rail Station
    $161One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • National ExpressNX172 · YC843
    7:00 AM5h33
    Manchester, Coach Station
    12:33 PMScarborough, Rail Station
    $161One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Transpennine ExpressG15879
    8:45 AM2h14
    Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    10:59 AMScarborough station (SCA)
    $511One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Transpennine ExpressG15876
    5:35 AM2h24
    Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
    7:59 AMScarborough station (SCA)
    $471One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressP00051
    9:45 AM2h15
    Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    12:00 PMScarborough station (SCA)
    $481One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressC24495
    10:45 AM2h15
    Manchester Victoria (MCV)
    1:00 PMScarborough station (SCA)
    $481One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX170 · YC843
    11:47 AM4h56
    Manchester, Miles Platting
    4:43 PMScarborough, Rail Station
    $171One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX170 · YC843
    11:35 AM5h08
    Manchester, Coach Station
    4:43 PMScarborough, Rail Station
    $171One-way
    1 transfer
  • National ExpressNX170 · YC843
    1:25 PM5h33
    Manchester, Coach Station
    6:58 PMScarborough, Rail Station
    $171One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Manchester to Scarborough

Travel to Scarborough easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Scarborough.

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There are 2 options to travel between Manchester and Scarborough including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Scarborough is a bus with an average price of $17 (€14).

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Scarborough:

A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Scarborough costing on average $39 (€32).

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Scarborough is by train with an average journey time of 2h 57m.

Other travel options to Scarborough take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 52m.

The distance from Manchester to Scarborough is approximately 92 miles (149 km).
The average frequency per day from Manchester to Scarborough is:
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester and Scarborough as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Manchester to Scarborough:
  • Trains mostly depart from Manchester Victoria (MCV) and arrive in Scarborough station (SCA).
  • Buses mostly depart from Manchester, Coach Station and arrive in Scarborough, Rail Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Manchester to Scarborough, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, Megabus to go to Scarborough by bus.
  • Travel with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express to go to Scarborough by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Manchester to Scarborough:
  • 5 direct trains per day with Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express.
Omio customers who travel from Manchester to Scarborough often also extend their vacation to go to York, Leeds, London, Dewsbury, Garforth. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Scarborough and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Scarborough to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Scarborough allows visitors to explore its beautiful beaches, historic sites, and local attractions comfortably.
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