The cheapest and fastest coaches from Derby to Scarborough
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Derby to Scarborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Derby to Scarborough will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 1 buses that leave Derby 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 167 km distance in an average of 8 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 30 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 Derby to Scarborough
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Derby to Scarborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. 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 £23, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 167 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price |
5h 21m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Derby to Scarborough bus times
The table below shows live departures for Derby to Scarborough coaches for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:45 Derby | 5h42 | 19:27 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 30 November | |||||
![]() | 02:20 Derby | 8h30 | 10:50 Scarborough | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Derby to Scarborough
Buses from Derby to Scarborough run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £20 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 03:20, the last at 20:25. The fastest coach covers the 167 km distance in 5h 42m.
Distance 167 km |
Average bus duration 4h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 42m |
First bus 03:20 |
Last bus 20:25 |
Bus providers: National Express from Derby to ScarboroughYou can travel by bus between Derby to Scarborough with National Express for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Derby to Scarborough coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Derby 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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