The Scarborough to Whitby bus is the X93, which links the two North Yorkshire towns on a longer route to Middlesbrough. The journey takes about one hour, making the bus a straightforward option for a day trip from Scarborough.
- Route: X93, operated by Arriva North East
- Journey time: about one hour between Scarborough and Whitby
- Main stops: Scarborough Railway Station and Whitby Bus Station
- Service pattern: Monday to Sunday, from early morning into the evening
Is the bus a practical way to reach Whitby?
The X93 is a practical bus connection between Scarborough and Whitby, with a journey time of about one hour. It also serves several places along the way, including Robin Hood’s Bay, so you can plan a stop en route rather than treating it only as a direct town-to-town trip.
The route runs between Scarborough and Middlesbrough, with stops at Scarborough Railway Station, Scarborough Hospital, Cloughton, Fylingthorpe, Robin Hood’s Bay, High Hawsker and Whitby Bus Station. For ideas on fitting the town into a day, see what to plan for a Whitby day trip from Scarborough.
From Green Gables Hotel, Scarborough Railway Station is about a 14-minute walk or a 3-minute drive. The station is one of the main places to board in Scarborough.
Where do you check the route and timetable?
Check the current X93 timetable with Arriva before setting out, since service information can change. Visit North Yorkshire directs passengers to Arriva for current times and live updates, and says timetable changes are updated weekly.
The route runs Monday to Sunday, from early morning into the evening, but check the specific departure that fits your plans. Arriva provides live bus information and location tracking on its website. Its app can help you plan a journey, check times, track buses and buy tickets before boarding.
Scarborough Railway Station is a main X93 stop, and the bus terminates at Whitby Bus Station for the town. You can also use the operator’s live information to check progress while waiting.
Fares, tickets and bus stops
Use Arriva’s current ticket information to confirm fares and how to pay before travelling. The Arriva app allows you to buy tickets before boarding; check the operator’s guidance for the options available for your journey.
In Scarborough, look for the X93 at Scarborough Railway Station. In Whitby, use Whitby Bus Station for the return journey. The bus also calls at stops along the route, including Robin Hood’s Bay, which can make it possible to include another coastal village in your plans.
Visit North Yorkshire says dogs may travel on the X93/X94 at the driver’s discretion, without an extra charge. Most Arriva buses in North Yorkshire are wheelchair accessible and designed to accommodate passengers with mobility needs, including wheelchair users.
How should you plan the return trip?
Check the return timetable before you leave Scarborough, then keep the Whitby departure information handy during your day. Services run into the evening, but the exact departure times matter when you are planning how long to spend in town or at a stop along the route.
If you want to break up the journey, Robin Hood’s Bay is one of the stops between Scarborough and Whitby. Check the relevant X93 times for both legs before building it into your itinerary. The route information and live updates from Arriva can help you keep track of the service.
For a wider view of local transport and stations, read how to get around Scarborough by bus, station and local walk.
Getting to Scarborough Railway Station
Scarborough Railway Station is the main X93 boarding point identified for Scarborough. Plan your journey to the station before choosing a departure, leaving time to find the correct stop.
Before you go: check the official site before you go, using Arriva for current X93 times, live updates and ticket information.
FAQs
Which bus goes from Scarborough to Whitby?
The X93 links Scarborough and Whitby as part of a longer route to Middlesbrough.
How long does the bus take from Scarborough to Whitby?
The journey is described as taking about one hour.
Does the X93 stop at Robin Hood’s Bay?
Yes. Robin Hood’s Bay is one of the stops between Scarborough and Whitby.
Where does the bus arrive in Whitby?
The X93 serves Whitby Bus Station.