Busbud recommends carpooling from Bristol to Plymouth
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Plymouth. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Users have shared positive experiences with this bus service, highlighting the comfort of first-class seating and ample legroom. The drivers are consistently described as friendly and helpful, contributing to a pleasant journey. Additionally, buses are noted for their cleanliness and punctuality, ensuring a smooth travel experience overall.
Megabus Bristol Plymouth recent customer reviews
I have never experienced such a lovely driver after a bad day due to flights being cancelled he really did put a smile back on are faces top man one of the best
5 out of 5 stars
Bradley W.
It all went smooth. I had a nice, comtable seat. The driver was very friendly and drove carefully and we arrived on time. I can realy recomend it
5 out of 5 stars
Patrizia H.
First class very comfortable seat plenty of leg room very pleasant journey thanx
According to customer reviews, the service is reliable and the driver is friendly, informative, helpful, and a good driver. However, there have been complaints about the bus being 45 minutes late getting into Plymouth with no communication at Bristol. Additionally, customers mentioned that the seats on the bus were extremely uncomfortable.
National Express Bristol Plymouth recent customer reviews
Travel was okey except the bus was not clean and had very bad smell from toilet throughout the journey from very begining.
2 out of 5 stars
Sneha P.
The drivers were very friendly and helpful. Service was prompt and smooth.
Plug socket didn’t work on my side of the coach but I found one that did on the other side
5 out of 5 stars
Cecily E.
Bus was 45mins late getting into Plymouth. No communication at Bristol. The seats on the bus were extremely uncomfortable
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
A good way to travel this route is with First Wessex of Bristol buses. The company offers 3 daily departures, with ticket prices starting at $34 and the shortest trip taking about 283. First Wessex of Bristol gets you where you want to go for a fair price.
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Frequently asked questions for your trip Bristol - Plymouth
How far is Bristol from Plymouth?
The distance separating Bristol and Plymouth is 101 miles (163 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bristol to Plymouth?
Most of the buses traveling from Bristol to Plymouth leave from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station and arrive at Plymouth Coach Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
10/11
$38
10/12
$38
Today
$13
10/14
$11
10/15
$9
10/16
$9
10/17
$11
10/18
$11
The cheapest trip from Bristol to Plymouth was searched and found on Oct 15, 2025 with a price of $9
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bristol to Plymouth, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $9 to $53 for a bus ticket from Bristol to Plymouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-10-15.
Usually Megabus UK 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.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Bristol to Plymouth.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Bristol to Plymouth, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
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 Bristol to Plymouth.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Bristol 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.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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