The cheapest and fastest coaches from Scarborough to Leeds
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
2 h 6 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Buses per day
1
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.
The average ticket from Scarborough to Leeds will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 1 buses that leave Scarborough for Leeds 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 92 km distance in an average of 2 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 6 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 6 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 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 coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 92 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£17 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price |
2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Scarborough to Leeds bus times
The table below shows live departures for Scarborough to Leeds coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:54 Scarborough | 2h06 | 12:00 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Scarborough to Leeds
Buses from Scarborough to Leeds run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £8 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 01:04, the last at 23:49. The fastest coach covers the 92 km distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 92 km |
Average bus duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 6m |
First bus 01:04 |
Last bus 23:49 |
Bus providers: Coastliner from Scarborough to LeedsYou can travel by bus between Scarborough to Leeds with Coastliner for as low as £6. 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.

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