The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bradford to Scarborough
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
4 h 23 m
Average duration
4 h 44 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bradford to Scarborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bradford to Scarborough will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bradford for Scarborough every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 103 km distance in an average of 4 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 23 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 58 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bradford to Scarborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Scarborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 103 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price |
4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bradford to Scarborough bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Scarborough coaches for today, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:20 Bradford | 4h23 | 15:43 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:05 Bradford | 4h52 | 18:57 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 7 November | |||||
![]() | 08:35 Bradford | 4h58 | 13:33 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bradford to Scarborough
Buses from Bradford to Scarborough run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:26, the last at 19:25. The fastest coach covers the 103 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 103 km |
Average bus duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 00:26 |
Last bus 19:25 |
Bus providers: National Express, First Bradford, Arriva Yorkshire from Bradford to ScarboroughYou can travel by bus between Bradford to Scarborough with National Express, First Bradford, Arriva Yorkshire for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Bradford to Scarborough
Take advantage of frequent buses from Bradford to Scarborough and exchange the bustle of the city for the beautiful beaches of the east coast. Just 64 miles separate the two towns and National Express runs up to 17 buses each day. A typical trip takes approximately 4 hours and buses run from early in the morning until the evening. All buses from Bradford to Scarborough depart from Bradford Coach Station and there is one change en route at Leeds Coach Station for the local service to Scarborough Rail Station. Scarborough Rail Station is located to the north of the town centre and local buses and taxis are available from right outside.
FAQs: Bradford to Scarborough coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford to Scarborough by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Scarborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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