4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Birmingham to Plymouth
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
6 h 25 m
Average duration
7 h 8 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Birmingham to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Plymouth will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 3 buses that leave Birmingham for Plymouth on Wed, Jul 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct buses cover the 281 km distance in an average of 7 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest buses will take 8 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.
4:30 PM6h25Birmingham10:55 PMPlymouth$161One-way0 transfers- 9:40 PM8h35Birmingham6:15 AMPlymouth$261One-way0 transfers
8:30 PM6h25Birmingham2:55 AMPlymouth$401One-way0 transfers
- 4:30 PM6h25Birmingham10:55 PMPlymouth$161One-way0 transfers
- 8:30 PM6h25Birmingham2:55 AMPlymouth$401One-way0 transfers
- 9:40 PM8h35Birmingham6:15 AMPlymouth$261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Birmingham to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 35m. 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 bus costs an average of $6, and a flight costs an average of $404.
Distance: 174 miles (281 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$27 Average price Cheapest | $99 Average price | $600 Average price | $85 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 27m Average total duration 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 21m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Plymouth:
A bus is $72 (€59) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Plymouth costing on average $99 (€81).
A bus is $573 (€471) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Birmingham to Plymouth costing on average $600 (€494).
Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 21m.
Bus takes on average 5h 57m.
Tickets start at around $27 (€22) compared to roughly $85 (€70) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $58 (€47). The journey takes 5h 57m versus 3h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Birmingham to Plymouth Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Live departures
Birmingham to Plymouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Plymouth buses for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 8:00 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 6h25 | 2:25 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX104 | 10:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h40 | 4:10 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX104 | 10:30 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h30 | 4:00 PM Plymouth, Marsh Mills | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX210 · NX504 | 11:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 8h30 | 7:30 PM Plymouth, Marsh Mills | 1 transfer | |
| NX210 · NX504 | 11:00 AM Birmingham, Coach Station | 8h40 | 7:40 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 6h35 | 5:40 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:05 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 8h25 | 10:30 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX101 | 3:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h35 | 8:35 PM Plymouth, Marsh Mills | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX101 | 3:00 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h45 | 8:45 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX210 · NX501 | 4:05 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 8h50 | 12:55 AM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| NX210 · NX501 | 4:05 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 8h40 | 12:45 AM Plymouth, Marsh Mills | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 5:30 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 6h20 | 11:50 PM Plymouth, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| NX541 · NX406 | 6:30 PM Birmingham, Coach Station | 9h35 | 4:05 AM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 8h35 | 6:15 AM Plymouth, Coach Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Plymouth
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Buses from Birmingham to Plymouth run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 174 miles (281 km) distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 174 miles (281 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 6h 20m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Birmingham to PlymouthYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Plymouth with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as $6 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Birmingham to Plymouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Plymouth by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Plymouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- 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.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Birmingham to Plymouth
Most Birmingham to Plymouth buses use the Birmingham, Coach Station to Plymouth, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Plymouth, Marsh Mills. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Plymouth bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Birmingham station do buses to Plymouth leave from?
Getting to Birmingham, Coach Station from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway from Birmingham city centre
Getting to Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) from Birmingham city centre
Getting to Plymouth, Marsh Mills from Plymouth city centre
Most popular bus connections from Birmingham
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