London to Plymouth bus with National Express

Wed, 05 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Plymouth

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

$25

Average price

$47

Fastest journey

5 h 25 m

Average duration

5 h 30 m

Buses per day

20

Distance

309 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London to Plymouth will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $25.

Fast coaches

Of the 20 buses that leave London for Plymouth every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 309 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 5 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

FlixBusFlixBus
08:00AM6h20
London, Victoria Coach Station
02:20PMPlymouth, Coach Station
$251One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX504
08:00PM5h30
London, Victoria Coach Station
01:30AMPlymouth, Coach Station
$411One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX504
01:30PM6h10
London, Victoria Coach Station
07:40PMPlymouth, Coach Station
$411One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX504
05:00PM5h40
London, Victoria Coach Station
10:40PMPlymouth, Marsh Mills
$411One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX504
08:30AM5h35
London, Victoria Coach Station
02:05PMPlymouth, Coach Station
$411One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for London to Plymouth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $30.

Distance: 309 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train
Flight

$36

Average Price

Cheapest

$106

Average Price

$210

Average Price

6h 35m

Average total duration

6h 5m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 18m

Average total duration

3h 48m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 24m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.9 - 1.8kg

CO2 emissions

National Express

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Eastern Airways

Most popular airline

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Live departures

London to Plymouth bus times

Showing buses for today, Tuesday, 4 November
Last updated at 8:46 pm
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX504
Delayed
9:05 pm 5:00 pmLondon, Victoria Coach Station
5h45
10:45 pm Plymouth, Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX504
Delayed
9:05 pm 8:00 pmLondon, Victoria Coach Station
5h30
1:30 am Plymouth, Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX40610:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
5h35
4:05 am Plymouth, Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX40411:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
7h10
6:10 am Plymouth, Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX40411:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
7h00
6:00 am Plymouth, Marsh Mills0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:59 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
6h16
6:15 am Plymouth, Coach Station0 changesdirect
Wednesday, 5 November
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:00 am London, Victoria Coach Station
6h20
2:20 pm Plymouth, Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX504
Delayed
10:30 am 8:30 amLondon, Victoria Coach Station
5h35
2:05 pm Plymouth, Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX5048:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station
5h25
1:55 pm Plymouth, Marsh Mills0 changesdirect
national_expressNX040 · NX104
On time
9:00 am London, Victoria Coach Station
7h05
4:05 pm Plymouth, Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX040 · NX104
On time
9:00 am London, Victoria Coach Station
6h55
3:55 pm Plymouth, Marsh Mills
1 change
national_expressNX504
On time
10:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station
5h55
4:25 pm Plymouth, Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX50410:30 am London, Victoria Coach Station
5h45
4:15 pm Plymouth, Marsh Mills0 changesdirect
national_expressNX040 · NX101
On time
1:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
6h25
7:25 pm Plymouth, Marsh Mills
1 change
national_expressNX040 · NX101
On time
1:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
6h35
7:35 pm Plymouth, Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX504
On time
1:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
6h10
7:40 pm Plymouth, Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX5041:30 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
6h00
7:30 pm Plymouth, Marsh Mills0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
6h25
10:25 pm Plymouth, Coach Station0 changesdirect
national_expressNX5045:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
5h40
10:40 pm Plymouth, Marsh Mills0 changesdirect
national_expressNX504
On time
5:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
5h45
10:45 pm Plymouth, Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX504
On time
8:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
5h30
1:30 am Plymouth, Coach Station
0 changesdirect
national_expressNX5048:00 pm London, Victoria Coach Station
5h25
1:25 am Plymouth, Marsh Mills0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London to Plymouth

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Buses from London to Plymouth run on average 21 times per day, taking around 6h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
309 km
Average bus duration
6h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
$15
Buses per day
21
Direct buses
14
Fastest bus
5h 30m
First bus
00:20
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from London to PlymouthYou can travel by bus between London to Plymouth with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as $15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 5m
Cheapest Price
$23
FlixBus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 30m
Cheapest Price
$36
National Express frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 50m
Cheapest Price
$60
Megabus frequency
16 a day

FAQs: London to Plymouth coach

FAQs: Take the bus from London to Plymouth with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Plymouth.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London to Plymouth can start from as little as $23 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London to Plymouth is $56; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London to Plymouth is 5 h 30 min   to travel the 309 km long trip, with around there are 27 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from London to Plymouth leaves at 7: 30am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from London to Plymouth leaves at 11: 59pm.
Yes, there are 12 direct coaches a day from London to Plymouth with National Express or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the best London to Plymouth coach to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with National Express, Megabus or FlixBus. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services between London and Plymouth to compare what amenities they may offer.

When departing from London, you have various coach station options to start your route from including London, Victoria Coach Station and London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3. When arriving in Plymouth, you can end your route in coach stations like Plymouth, Coach Station and Plymouth, Marsh Mills.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Plymouth, Coach Station, located away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from London to Plymouth by coach is October.
You have options as you can travel to Plymouth from London 3 different ways: coach, train or flight.
No, the coach from London to Plymouth has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from London to Plymouth.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from London to Plymouth.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from London to Plymouth, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from London to Plymouth.
    No, luggage for the coach from London to Plymouth needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from London to Plymouth.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London to Plymouth.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from London to Plymouth.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from London to Plymouth.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in London and Plymouth

    London
    Plymouth
    The major coach station for departures in London is London, Golders Green Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London, Golders Green Station for your trip from London to Plymouth.
    London, Golders Green StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    8 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Golders Green Rd
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Café Nero (in the station)
    • McDonald's (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Golders Green Station
    • Bus: 13, 102, 139, 183, 210, 226, 240, 245, 328, 460 metro: Northern
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 00:00-23:59
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Bath Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Pret a Manger (in the station)
    • Caffè Nero (in the station)
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Ramps, assistance
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3
    • Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-22:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    22 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Great South West Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Pret A Manger (in the station)
    • Caffè Nero (in the station)
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the arrivals area.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps, assistance
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 4
    • Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
    London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    2 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Northern Perimeter Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • The Crown Rivers (in the station)
    • Giraffe (in the station)
    • Wagamama (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the arrivals area.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5
    • Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
    London, Baker Street Station, Gloucester Place
    London, Victoria Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    2 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Buckingham Palace Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Pret a Manger (in the station)
    • Starbucks (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Victoria Coach Station
    • Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
    London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    3 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Bishopsgate
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Pret a Manger (in the station)
    • Starbucks (in the station).
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the station on Bishopsgate.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for London, Bishopsgate (Liverpool Street Station - Stop G)
    • Bus: 11, 23, 26, 76, 133, 388 Metro: Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan Train: Greater Anglia, TfL Rail
    London, York Road (London Eye)Accessibility
    Amenities at bus station
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    information
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
    London, Eltham
    information
    London, Hammersmith Bridge Road
    information
    London, Elephant and Castle
    information
    London, Lewisham
    information
    London, Marble Arch
    information
    London, Mile End
    information
    London, New Cross Gate
    information
    London, Walworth
    information
    London, St John's Wood
    information
    London, Lithos Road
    information
    London, Whitechapel Station Royal London Hospital (Stop B)
    information
    London, Bow Church Station (Stop A)
    information
    London, Victoria Rail Station
    information
    London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)
    information
    London, Tottenham Hale Bus Station
    information
    London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road
    information
    London, Eastbourne Terrace (Paddington Station)
    information

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