Bradford to Scarborough bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bradford to Scarborough

Showing times and prices for 07 Nov

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

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast coaches

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.

National Express
11:204h23
Bradford
15:43Scarborough
£71One-way
0 changes
National Express
08:354h58
Bradford
13:33Scarborough
£71One-way
0 changes
National Express
14:054h52
Bradford
18:57Scarborough
£81One-way
0 changes

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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Train

£7

Average Price

Cheapest

£46

Average Price

4h 15m

Average total duration

3h 45m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 10m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 40m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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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.

Last updated at 11:19
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express11:20 Bradford
4h23
15:43 Scarborough0 changesdirect
national_express14:05 Bradford
4h52
18:57 Scarborough0 changesdirect
Friday 7 November
national_express08:35 Bradford
4h58
13:33 Scarborough0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bradford to Scarborough

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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.

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
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
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

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

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
Average Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
£7
National Express frequency
3 a day
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.

First Bradford

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 51m
First Bradford frequency
9 a day

Arriva Yorkshire

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 10m
Arriva Yorkshire frequency
2 a day

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bradford to Scarborough can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bradford to Scarborough is £7; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Bradford to Scarborough coach time is 4 h 15 min   covering the 64 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Bradford to Scarborough leaves at 09: 35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Bradford to Scarborough leaves at 12: 20.
There are 3 coaches a day from Bradford to Scarborough which require at least one change with National Express, Arriva Yorkshire or First Bradford. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the trip from Bradford to Scarborough you can take a coach with National Express, Arriva Yorkshire or First Bradford. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Scarborough from Bradford on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Scarborough from Bradford is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Bradford to Scarborough by coach is February.
You have options as you can travel between Bradford and Scarborough 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Bradford to Scarborough has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Bradford to Scarborough.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bradford to Scarborough.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Bradford to Scarborough.
    No, luggage for the coach from Bradford to Scarborough needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Bradford to Scarborough.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bradford to Scarborough.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Bradford to Scarborough.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Bradford to Scarborough.

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