How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Scarborough?

The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Scarborough start from $15. The average price for this route is around $15. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Manchester to Scarborough?

The average bus trip duration from Manchester to Scarborough is 5h 42m, covering a distance of 92 miles (147 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 5m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the Manchester to Scarborough route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Scarborough at 8:37am. And the latest bus departs at 2:15pm.

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

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

Bus Manchester to Scarborough from $13 | Compare & Save up to 38%

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Next departures for Manchester to Scarborough on January 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:45am	16 Broadway	5h 48m	2:33pm	Scarborough Rai Station - Stop V	No tags
Bus	11:22am	495 Oldham Rd	5h 21m	4:43pm	Scarborough Rai Station - Stop V	No tags
Bus	11:30am	16 Broadway	5h 13m	4:43pm	Scarborough Rai Station - Stop V	No tags
Bus	2:07pm	495 Oldham Rd	5h 31m	7:38pm	Scarborough Rai Station - Stop V	No tags
Bus	2:15pm	16 Broadway	5h 23m	7:38pm	Scarborough Rai Station - Stop V	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Manchester to Scarborough

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Scarborough. The journey takes about 5 hours 42 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

5h 42mAverage Duration

92 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $23	Average Duration5h 42m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$15 - $171	Average Duration2h 55m	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
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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

4/529,870 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Based on 29870 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $15

National Express Manchester Scarborough recent customer reviews

Lovely trip..no complaints

Terence O.

September 6, 2025

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to Scarborough by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Scarborough?
The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Scarborough start from $15. The average price for this route is around $15. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Manchester to Scarborough?
The average bus trip duration from Manchester to Scarborough is 5h 42m, covering a distance of 92 miles (147 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 5m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Scarborough route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Scarborough?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Scarborough at 8:37am. And the latest bus departs at 2:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Scarborough?
A bus trip from Manchester to Scarborough generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/22

$13

01/23

$13

Today

$13

01/25

$13

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$13

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$13

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$13

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$13

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Scarborough was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $13

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 $13 to $21 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 $13 which is on 2026-01-26.