How can I travel from Manchester to Scarborough without a car?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. The two options are easy and sustainable ways to reach Scarborough. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Scarborough from Manchester by bus?

Traveling from Manchester to Scarborough takes around 5h 42m on average, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 5h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 93 miles (150 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Manchester to Scarborough?

Manchester and Scarborough are 93 miles (150 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Manchester to Scarborough?

The majority of buses traveling from Manchester to Scarborough start their journey at Shudehill and wind up at Scarborough Rail Station (Stop T). These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What is the most affordable way to travel from Manchester to Scarborough?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, go for the bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $15.

How much are the bus tickets from Manchester to Scarborough?

The bus ticket costs $15 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $15 and $19, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Manchester to Scarborough Bus Tickets

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Cheap buses leaving Friday

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 30 at 8:37am
Departure city: Manchester
Departure location: 495 Oldham Rd
Arrival time: May 30 at 2:33pm
Destination city: Scarborough
Destination location: Scarborough Rail Station (Stop T)
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 56m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 30 at 11:30am
Departure city: Manchester
Departure location: 16 Broadway
Arrival time: May 30 at 4:43pm
Destination city: Scarborough
Destination location: Scarborough Rail Station (Stop T)
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 13m
Departure time: May 30 at 8:37am
Departure city: Manchester
Departure location: 495 Oldham Rd
Arrival time: May 30 at 2:33pm
Destination city: Scarborough
Destination location: Scarborough Rail Station (Stop T)
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 56m
Departure time: May 30 at 11:22am
Departure city: Manchester
Departure location: 495 Oldham Rd
Arrival time: May 30 at 4:43pm
Destination city: Scarborough
Destination location: Scarborough Rail Station (Stop T)
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 21m
Departure time: May 30 at 11:22am
Departure city: Manchester
Departure location: 495 Oldham Rd
Arrival time: May 30 at 4:43pm
Destination city: Scarborough
Destination location: Scarborough Rail Station (Stop T)
Operated by: National Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 21m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Manchester to Scarborough.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $19	Average Duration5h 42m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$30 - $175	Average Duration2h 29m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$17 - $17	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends carpooling from Manchester to Scarborough

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Scarborough. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest ticket

6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Manchester to Scarborough: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$15

Average bus trip duration5h 42m

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure12:24am

Distance92 miles (147 km)

Latest bus departure2:15pm

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,206 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

Megabus UK

3.5/54,166 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Infobus

4/5469 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

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Manchester to Scarborough Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Scarborough?

Stops in Manchester

A - Shudehill

B - Manchester Airport

C - Coach Station

D - 56 Great Bridgewater St

E - City of Manchester Stadium

F - Manchester Coach Station

Stops in Scarborough

A - Scarborough Rail Station (Stop T)

B - Scarborough Rai Station - Stop V

Frequently asked questions for your trip Manchester - Scarborough

How can I travel from Manchester to Scarborough without a car?
How long does it take to get to Scarborough from Manchester by bus?
What is the travel distance from Manchester to Scarborough?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Manchester to Scarborough?
What is the most affordable way to travel from Manchester to Scarborough?
How much are the bus tickets from Manchester to Scarborough?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/26

$13

05/27

$13

Today

$13

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05/30

$13

05/31

$13

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06/02

$13

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Scarborough was searched and found on Jun 2, 2025 with a price of $13

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Scarborough, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $13 to $21 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Scarborough based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-06-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Manchester to Scarborough.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Manchester to Scarborough.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Manchester to Scarborough that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Manchester to Scarborough, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

What's the cheapest way to go from Manchester to Scarborough?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time5h 42m	Avg Price$15	Daily Departures5
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 29m	Avg Price$54	Daily Departures17
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time2h 30m	Avg Price$17	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to Manchester by bus?

Bus from Manchester to Scarborough

You can also go to Scarborough by train

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