Find coaches from London to Plymouth

Next departures

Next departures from London to Plymouth on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
National Express
Victoria Coach Station
Plymouth Coach StationCheapest
National Express
Victoria Coach Station
Plymouth, Marsh Mills, o/s SainsburysFastest
National Express
Victoria Coach Station
Plymouth Coach StationNo tags
Flixbus
Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
Plymouth Armada Bus StationNo tags
National Express
Victoria Coach Station
Plymouth Coach StationNo tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from London to Plymouth

busbud logoWe recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Plymouth. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
4h 30mAverage duration
192 milesDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceUS$14 - US$102Average duration6h 25m
7kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceUS$62 - US$353Average duration3h 27m
7kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceUS$22 - US$44Average duration4h 30m
13kg CO₂e

Bus London to Plymouth: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$33
Average bus trip duration6h 25m
Number of daily buses20
Earliest bus departure08:00
Distance182 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

London to Plymouth Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from London to Plymouth is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

We make sure you can find a bus service from London to Plymouth from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Plymouth from London, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip London - Plymouth

  1. What's the distance between London and Plymouth by coach?

    The journey from London to Plymouth by coach covers an approximate distance of 192 miles (309 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from London to Plymouth without a car?

    You can reach Plymouth from London by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
28/10
US$26
29/10
US$39
Today
US$33
31/10
US$35
01/11
US$31
02/11
US$37
03/11
US$24
04/11
US$16
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Plymouth was searched and found on 4 Nov 2025 with a price of US$16

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Plymouth as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$16 to US$87 for a bus ticket from London to Plymouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$16, which is on 2025-11-04.

Usually National Express, FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from London to Plymouth.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from London to Plymouth, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from London to Plymouth.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from London to Plymouth, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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