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How to get from Scarborough to Malton

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FASTEST
0h 48min
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3€
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Distance
30 km
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Checked offer from Scarborough to Malton: Coach, about 0h 48min, from €3. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 5, 2026): Coastliner; main departure point: Scarborough Peasholm Park.

Distance: 30 km. Data updated on .

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0h 48min – 0h 55min
3 – 4 €
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🚌 Departure from Scarborough
📍Coaches to Malton leave from the centre of Scarborough, close to the railway station and main shopping streets. The exact stop depends on your service, so check your e-ticket and arrive a little early to find it easily.
🚇Most central accommodation in Scarborough is within walking distance of the departure area. If you are staying further out, local buses run into the centre, and a taxi is an easy option with luggage or early starts.
⏰Departures run at regular intervals through the day, with fewer services on Sundays and in the evening. Check the booking page for the first and last coach on your travel date.
💸 Transport from 3€ per person
⚡ Fastest: 0h 48min
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Companies selling this route on 12Go

Offers listed on 12Go on November 5, 2026 for a departure on November 26, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.

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Coastliner Bus Scarborough Peasholm Park €3 28
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Practical tips

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Book ahead, not on the day

British fares move with timing. Booking your coach online before you travel usually beats paying on the day, and it secures your seat when services fill up on busy weekends and holidays.

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Check the exact departure stop

Do not assume the stop from memory or a map pin. Read the departure point on your e-ticket before leaving your accommodation, so you never end up at the wrong stop or station.

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Avoid the expensive walk-up trap

Buying at the last minute is how travellers overpay in Britain. Compare the options in the table on this page first, then book the cheaper choice online while seats and lower fares remain.

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Note the last return of the day

If you plan a day trip to Malton, check the last coach back to Scarborough before you go. Evening and Sunday services can be thinner, so plan your time in town around it.

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Keep your e-ticket handy

Save your e-ticket on your phone and, if possible, offline as well. Mobile signal can be patchy in rural Yorkshire, and having the confirmation ready makes boarding quick and stress-free.

The journey experience

Scarborough to Malton takes you from the North Yorkshire coast inland to the edge of the Howardian Hills and the Yorkshire Wolds. The coach is the option listed for this route, so there is no tangle of train types or fare classes to decode. The live table on this page shows current durations and prices side by side.

The coach is a relaxed, practical way to travel when you are on your own and without a car. You sit back and watch farmland and countryside roll past, with no narrow country roads to drive. Space for a daypack or small suitcase is usually available. The trip suits a day out to Malton for its food market, independent shops and Roman and Viking heritage.

British fares can shift with the day and how early you book. Reserve online ahead of time, especially for weekends, bank holidays and summer Saturdays when the coast is busy. Check the departure point on your e-ticket, arrive a little early and note the last return so you are never stranded. Booking online gives instant confirmation and peace of mind.

Frequently asked questions — Scarborough → Malton

Why visit Malton?

  • ✓ Browse Malton Food Market and the artisan producers of Yorkshire's self-styled 'Food Capital', from butchers to craft bakers
  • ✓ Visit the Malton Cattle Market and the Talbot Yard Food Court for local street food and regional produce
  • ✓ Tour the Rider's Walk and the Roman Fort remains at Derventio, plus the Malton Museum collection of Roman artefacts
  • ✓ Sample beers at Brass Castle Brewery and Suddaby's Crown Hotel, then stroll the River Derwent towpath
  • ✓ Take a day trip by train or car to Castle Howard, the Brideshead Revisited estate, just 15 minutes away
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Recommended stay
1 to 2 nights — compact town, ideal base for Castle Howard and the Yorkshire Wolds

When to visit Malton?

TEMPERATE OCEANIC CLIMATE

May to September — mild, longer days, and the best conditions for markets, gardens and countryside walks

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What to do in Malton?

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Malton Food Lovers Festival
Malton calls itself Yorkshire's food capital. The Food Lovers Festival runs in May, with tastings, chef demos and producer stalls around the Market Place and Talbot Yard. Entry to the streets is free, tastings cost a few euros. Book cookery workshops early and arrive by train from York.
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Malton Museum and Roman Fort
Malton was the Roman fort of Derventio, and the museum on Market Place holds pottery, jewellery and military finds from the site. Allow about one hour. Entry is usually around 5€, with lower prices for children. Check opening days before visiting, as hours are limited outside summer.
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Talbot Yard Food Court
Talbot Yard gathers independent producers in a restored courtyard: a craft brewery, a bakery, a coffee roaster and a butcher. It suits a leisurely lunch. Expect to spend 10 to 15€ per person. Visit on a weekday to avoid weekend crowds and ask staff for local cheese recommendations.
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Malton Farmers' Market
The farmers' market takes place on the second Saturday of each month in the town centre, with Yorkshire cheeses, pies, cured meats and preserves. Arrive before 10:00 for the best choice. Bring cash for small stalls. A pork pie or cheese makes a good picnic for under 8€.
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Brewery Visit and Pub Crawl
Malton has a strong brewing tradition, with the Suddaby's and Brass Castle breweries nearby and several traditional pubs along Yorkersgate. A pint of local ale costs around 5€. Check which breweries offer tours, as most need advance booking. Don't drink and drive; the town is easy to walk.
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Castle Howard Estate
Castle Howard, about 15 minutes by car from Malton, is the baroque stately home used in Brideshead Revisited. Allow half a day for the house, gardens and lake. Tickets cost roughly 30€. Book online for a small saving, and check seasonal opening, as the house closes in winter.
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Walk the River Derwent
A flat riverside path follows the Derwent from Malton towards Norton and beyond, passing old warehouses, meadows and herons. A short loop takes about an hour and is free. Wear waterproof shoes after rain, as the banks get muddy. Finish with tea at a café in town.
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Ride the Yorkshire Moors Steam
From Pickering, a short drive north, the North Yorkshire Moors Railway runs heritage steam trains through Newtondale to Whitby. A return fare is roughly 45€. Check the timetable, which varies by season, and book window seats in advance. It's a quieter alternative to the coast road.

How long to visit Malton?

2 to 3 days

Malton, North Yorkshire's self-proclaimed food capital, is best enjoyed over 2 to 3 days. In one day, wander the market square, browse the food shops on Saturday's market and visit Malton Museum or the Roman Fort remains; with more time, add Castle Howard, the Yorkshire Wolds and a trip to York or the coast. Book a table in advance on weekends and time your visit with the Malton Food Lovers Festival (May) or the monthly Food Market.

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