Major Changes Announced to Scarborough Bus Services

East Yorkshire Buses has announced a series of updates and enhancements to their Scarborough area bus services, effective from 10th November 2024.

East Yorkshire Buses say the changes aim to "boost connectivity, convenience, and reliability for our customers, further strengthening links within the community and surrounding areas".

The changes include

Service 2 – New number for service 20 - Same Route, Extended to the Seafront

Service 2 is the new number for the current Service 20. While this bus will continue to operate on its familiar route, passengers will enjoy an extended journey once it reaches Scarborough Town Centre. It will now continue to the Seafront and back, replacing the seafront trips previously covered by Service 8.

Service 3 – New Hourly Service to Hutton Buscel

The firm are introducing a new hourly service linking Scarborough and Hutton Buscel via Racecourse Road and East Ayton. Operating Monday to Saturday during daytime hours, this service "ensures better connections for those living in or visiting these areas". This addition has been made possible with financial support from North Yorkshire Council, funded by the UK Government.

Service 4 – New Hourly Service to Newby via Newlands Park Drive

Scarborough and Newby will now benefit from Service 4, an hourly route via Newlands Park Drive, providing a convenient option for residents and visitors alike. This service will partially replace withdrawn Service 11, ensuring continued coverage in vital residential areas.

Service 5 – New Route to Ravenscar via Scalby Mills and the Sealife Centre

Service 5 will operate between Scarborough Railway Station and Ravenscar, offering a scenic ride along North Marine and Burniston Road. It will also divert through Scalby Mills, providing easy access to the popular Sealife Centre, making it a great option for both locals and tourists. This service will replace service 115, which will be withdrawn.

Service 8 – Timetable Adjustments & Extra Evening Trips

Service 8 will now see slight timetable adjustments, with all trips terminating at the Town Centre. Trips to the seafront will now be covered by the new Service 2. In addition, East Yorkshire Buses have added extra evening trips to better serve night-time travellers. North Yorkshire Council and the UK Government financially support these evening services.

Services 9, 9A, and 10 – Enhanced Connections to Scarborough Hospital

Service 10 will continue to provide an hourly link between Cayton and Scalby, supplemented by Service 9 (Town Centre to Scalby) and Service 9A (Town Centre to Hospital). Together, these services will offer up to a 15-minute frequency between Scarborough Town Centre and Scarborough Hospital, making it easier for patients, staff, and visitors to travel to and from the hospital. Additional early morning and evening services have also been added, with Service 9A and early and evening journeys benefiting from financial support from North Yorkshire Council and the UK Government.

Service 128 – Year-Round Summer Sunday Service

There will be a "Significantly improved", summer Sunday Service 128. The service which runs between Scarborough and Helmsley, will now operate all year round and the service will no longer be reduced after the October half-term, ensuring consistent travel options throughout the year. North Yorkshire Council and the UK Government provide financial support for this.

Stuart Fillingham, Commercial Director at East Yorkshire Buses commented

"Our goal at East Yorkshire Buses is to continually enhance the travel experience for our customer. These service improvements reflect our commitment to meeting the needs of the wider Scarborough community by providing reliable, convenient, and well-connected options,".

“With invaluable support from North Yorkshire Council and the UK Government, we’re able to deliver these changes, expanding services and improving accessibility across the region. We’re confident these updates will make a real difference for everyone, whether they’re commuting, running errands, or exploring the area’s beautiful coastlines and attractions."

Timetables are now available on the East Yorkshire Buses website, with printed timetables available very soon.