The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Scarborough
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
8 h 21 m
Average duration
9 h 9 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Scarborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Scarborough will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
To travel from London to Scarborough you need to make at least one change.
NX466 · YC84323:5910h34London, Victoria Coach Station10:33Scarborough, Rail Station£201One-way1 change
NX426 · YC8437:008h43London, Victoria Coach Station15:43Scarborough, Rail Station£201One-way1 change
NX426 · YC8439:308h21London, Victoria Coach Station17:51Scarborough, Rail Station£201One-way1 change
NX561 · YC84311:008h57London, Victoria Coach Station19:57Scarborough, Rail Station£201One-way1 change
NX426 · YC8439:308h21London, Victoria Coach Station17:51Scarborough, Rail Station£201One-way1 change
NX426 · YC8437:008h43London, Victoria Coach Station15:43Scarborough, Rail Station£201One-way1 change
NX561 · YC84311:008h57London, Victoria Coach Station19:57Scarborough, Rail Station£201One-way1 change
NX466 · YC84323:5910h34London, Victoria Coach Station10:33Scarborough, Rail Station£201One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London to Scarborough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Scarborough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 309 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £76 Average Price |
8h 21m Average total duration 7h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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
London to Scarborough bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Scarborough coaches for today, Tuesday 16 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX426 · YC843 | On time 7:00 London, Victoria Coach Station | 8h43 | 15:43 Scarborough, Rail Station | 1 change | |
NX426 · YC843 | On time 9:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 8h21 | 17:51 Scarborough, Rail Station | 1 change | |
NX561 · YC843 | Delayed 11:50 11:00London, Victoria Coach Station | 8h57 | 19:57 Scarborough, Rail Station | 1 change | |
NX466 · YC843 | On time 23:59 London, Victoria Coach Station | 10h34 | 10:33 Scarborough, Rail Station | 1 change | |
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Why should you book London to Scarborough coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London to Scarborough.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London to Scarborough.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London to Scarborough.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London to Scarborough.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Scarborough
Buses from London to Scarborough run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:31. The fastest coach covers the 309 km distance in 7h 57m.
Distance 309 km |
Average bus duration 7h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 7h 57m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:31 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from London to ScarboroughYou can travel by bus between London to Scarborough with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London to Scarborough coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Scarborough
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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