The cheapest and fastest coaches from Scarborough to Leeds
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£-0
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Scarborough to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Of the 5 buses that leave Scarborough for Leeds every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 92 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 8 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 coach and train for Scarborough to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Scarborough to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £20.
Distance: 92 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£20 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Scarborough to Leeds
Buses from Scarborough to Leeds run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £8 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:04, the last at 22:45. The fastest coach covers the 92 km distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 92 km |
Average bus duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 11m |
First bus 01:04 |
Last bus 22:45 |
Bus providers: National Express, Coastliner from Scarborough to LeedsYou can travel by bus between Scarborough to Leeds with National Express, Coastliner for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Scarborough to Leeds
Buses from Scarborough to Leeds are available from National Express coach services and coaches run every hour from 8:10 a.m. until 4:10 p.m. The earliest coach of the day departs from Scarborough Rail Station at around quarter to seven in the morning and the latest coach departs at around 7:30 p.m., arriving in Leeds just after 10:00 p.m.
Which coach companies travel from Scarborough to Leeds?
National Express is the primary coach service between Scarborough and Leeds and coaches depart from outside the Scarborough railway station. The quickest coach services take two hours 41 minutes to complete this 68-mile trip, while some journeys can take just over three hours.
How long is the coach from Scarborough to Leeds?
Passengers travelling by National Express from Scarborough to Leeds experience average journey times of around three hours and the speediest trips take two hours 41 minutes. All coaches from Scarborough to Leeds are direct services, with no stops en route.
How many coaches are there from Scarborough to Leeds?
There are 11 daily National Express coaches between Scarborough and Leeds from Monday to Saturday and 10 coaches on Sundays. All coaches to Leeds depart from outside Scarborough Railway Station, located on Westborough in the centre of the town. A variety of local and regional buses and coaches also stop outside the railway station.
What are the departure and arrival stations for coaches from Scarborough to Leeds?
Departure bus station: National Express coaches depart from bus stops located outside Scarborough railway station. Most bus stops feature bench-style seating and passengers can also use the amenities inside the train station, which include a waiting room, payphones, vending machines, and luggage trolleys. There are a number of bus stops outside the railway station, making it an easy matter to reach the station from any local pickup point or from further afield.
Arrival bus station: The National Express service from Scarborough arrives into Leeds City Bus Station, which is located on York Street in the city centre. Amenities at the bus station include baby changing facilities, cafes, cash machines, retail outlets, disabled toilets and photo booths. Passengers should note that there is a charge to use all toilets at the bus station. A variety of local and regional bus connections are available from Leeds City Bus Station, including Harrogate, Keighley, Bradford, and Wakefield.
FAQs: Scarborough to Leeds coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Scarborough to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Scarborough, Rail Station, which is located around 0.2 miles (430 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Leeds, Coach Station, located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre.
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