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Journey Information
There are 19 intercity coaches per day from Liverpool to Scarborough. Traveling by coach from Liverpool to Scarborough usually takes around 7 hours and 5 minutes, but the fastest Megabus coach can make the trip in 6 hours and 1 minute.
| Distance | 122 mi (196 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 1m |
| Cheapest price | £6.76 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 2 |
How much is a coach ticket from Liverpool to Scarborough?
£22.11 is the average price of a bus ticket from Liverpool to Scarborough. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Monthly average prices
What coach companies travel from Liverpool to Scarborough?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Liverpool to Scarborough that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, National Express usually offers more choice, with 20 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megabus | 1 | 6h 19m | £16.23 |
| National Express | 20 | 7h 8m | £23.79 |
Founded in 2003, Megabus UK was created to provide travelers with greener, more straightforward and smarter travel. The carrier has routes all across the United Kingdom in England, Scotland, and Wales. The Megabus UK fleet, easily distinguishable by its dark blue and yellow colors, has free Wi-Fi, outlets and charging ports, onboard restrooms, and 20 kg luggage allowances on each bus.
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 7 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 122 miles from Liverpool to Scarborough. However, the fastest coach only takes 6 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Scarborough at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go."
The first coach leaves at 02:00 and the last coach leaves at 09:00. To see the times for all coaches from Liverpool to Scarborough, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 19 scheduled coaches that travel from Liverpool to Scarborough every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Liverpool to Scarborough; ticket prices start at £41.04.
City Information
Liverpool
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Although Liverpool is only England's 10th largest city, its fame ballooned as the birthplace of the world's biggest rock band: The Beatles. Visiting Liverpool would not be complete without a trip to the iconic Beatles Statue, located near the port, followed by a visit to The Beatles Story museum, where visitors can immerse themselves in the band's rise to fame.
To explore some of Liverpool's older history, the Merseyside Maritime Museum provides fascinating exhibits on the city's great port-town past, including exhibitions on the Titanic as well as the Battle of the Atlantic. Football fanatics should check out the world-famous Anfield Stadium, where regular tours help visitors revel in the history and glory of this iconic football club.
Traveling to Liverpool is easy thanks to several rail providers, which facilitate travel around the Liverpool City Region and beyond. Liverpool also has two significant bus terminals for access via coach and an international airport for those traveling from further afield.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Liverpool?
Main departure station: Edge Lane Drive Bus Stop
Coaches to Scarborough leave from 5 stations in Liverpool.
All coach stations in Liverpool:
Edge Lane Drive Bus Stop
Edge Lane
University of Liverpool
Edge Lane
ONE Coach Station
Where does the coach arrive in Scarborough?
Main arrival station: Scarborough Rail Station
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Scarborough.
Coach stations in Scarborough:
Scarborough Rail Station
A165
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