The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Scarborough
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
15 h 23 m
Average duration
15 h 23 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
363 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Scarborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Scarborough will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £49.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cardiff for Scarborough every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 363 km distance in an average of 15 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 23 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 23 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 Cardiff to Scarborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Scarborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £63.
Distance: 363 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£40 Average Price Cheapest | £169 Average Price |
14h 25m Average total duration 13h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration Fastest 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cardiff to Scarborough bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Scarborough coaches for today, Thursday 8 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:10 Cardiff | 15h23 | 12:33 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Scarborough
Buses from Cardiff to Scarborough run on average 5 times per day, taking around 13h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £33 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:35, the last at 22:15. The fastest coach covers the 363 km distance in 10h 37m.
Distance 363 km |
Average bus duration 13h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 10h 37m |
First bus 02:35 |
Last bus 22:15 |
FAQs: Cardiff to Scarborough coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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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