How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Scarborough?

The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Scarborough start from £12. The average price for this route is around £12. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Scarborough?

The average bus journey time from Manchester to Scarborough is 5h 42m, covering a distance of 89 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 5m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Scarborough route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from National Express , Megabus UK .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Scarborough?

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Scarborough at 08:37. And the latest bus departs at 14:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Scarborough?

A bus journey from Manchester to Scarborough produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Manchester to Scarborough?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29742 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Scarborough?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Scarborough?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Scarborough?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Manchester to Scarborough on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:45	16 Broadway	5h 48m	14:33	Scarborough Rail Station (Stop T)	No tags
Bus	11:22	495 Oldham Rd	5h 21m	16:43	Scarborough Rail Station (Stop T)	No tags
Bus	11:30	16 Broadway	5h 13m	16:43	Scarborough Rail Station (Stop T)	No tags
Bus	14:07	495 Oldham Rd	5h 50m	19:57	Scarborough Rail Station (Stop T)	No tags
Bus	14:15	16 Broadway	5h 42m	19:57	Scarborough Rail Station (Stop T)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Manchester to Scarborough

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Scarborough. The journey takes about 5 hours 42 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

5h 42mAverage duration

89 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£12 - £17	Average duration5h 42m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£22 - £130	Average duration2h 31m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Scarborough?

Stops in Manchester

A
Shudehill
Shudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
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B
Coach Station
16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
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C
Manchester Airport
Visit page
D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK
E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK
F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom

Stops in Scarborough

A
Scarborough Rail Station (Stop T)
723 Westborough, Scarborough, North Yorkshire YO11 1TN, UK
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B
Scarborough Rai Station - Stop V
Central Railway Station, Westborough, Scarborough, North Yorkshire YO11 1TN, UK

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Megabus UK

3.5/54,283 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Scarborough

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Scarborough?
The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Scarborough start from £12. The average price for this route is around £12. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Scarborough?
The average bus journey time from Manchester to Scarborough is 5h 42m, covering a distance of 89 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 5m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Scarborough route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from National Express, Megabus UK.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Scarborough?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Scarborough at 08:37. And the latest bus departs at 14:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Scarborough?
A bus journey from Manchester to Scarborough produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Manchester to Scarborough?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is National Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 29742 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Manchester to Scarborough?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company National Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Manchester to Scarborough?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is National Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Manchester to Scarborough?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is National Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

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06/12

£10

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£10

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£10

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£10

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£10

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Scarborough was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of £10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Scarborough as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £10 to £16 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Scarborough based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2025-12-11.