The cheapest and fastest buses from Exeter to Plymouth
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
57 m
Buses per day
48
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Exeter to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exeter to Plymouth will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 48 buses that leave Exeter for Plymouth on Sun, Mar 22, 48 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct buses cover the 59 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest buses will take 1 h 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.
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Compare train and bus for Exeter to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exeter to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 36 miles (59 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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$8 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price |
1h 42m Average total duration 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Exeter to Plymouth Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:52AM | Arrival Time 01:58AM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:52AM | Arrival Time 02:58AM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:44AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:44AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 06:51AM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:47AM | Arrival Time 08:54AM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:53AM | Arrival Time 09:12AM | Duration 1h19 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:48AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 1h07 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:02AM | Arrival Time 10:18AM | Duration 1h16 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 11:23AM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 11:29AM | Duration 1h14 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:26AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h14 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:31PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 1h14 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:31PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 1h14 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:31PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 1h14 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:46PM | Arrival Time 05:08PM | Duration 1h22 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:01PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 1h14 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 06:26PM | Duration 1h21 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:01PM | Arrival Time 07:14PM | Duration 1h13 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:13PM | Arrival Time 07:27PM | Duration 1h14 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:01PM | Arrival Time 08:12PM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:11PM | Arrival Time 08:23PM | Duration 1h12 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:01PM | Arrival Time 09:07PM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:09PM | Arrival Time 09:18PM | Duration 1h09 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:53PM | Arrival Time 09:59PM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:08PM | Duration 1h08 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:53PM | Arrival Time 10:59PM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:22PM | Arrival Time 12:28AM | Duration 1h06 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Live departures
Exeter to Plymouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Exeter to Plymouth buses for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:30 PM Exeter | 1h05 | 5:35 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:20 PM Exeter | 1h05 | 10:25 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:25 PM Exeter | 1h05 | 10:30 PM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, March 22 | |||||
NX504 | 12:35 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0h50 | 1:25 AM Plymouth, Marsh Mills | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX504 | 12:35 AM Exeter, Bampfylde Street / Stover Court | 0h55 | 1:30 AM Plymouth, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
MFFAL | 12:52 AM Exeter, Honiton Road | 1h06 | 1:58 AM Plymouth, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Exeter to Plymouth
Buses from Exeter to Plymouth run on average 41 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 41 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:12, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 36 miles (59 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 36 miles (59 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 41 |
Direct buses 41 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 00:12 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Stagecoach South West from Exeter to PlymouthYou can travel by bus between Exeter to Plymouth with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus, Stagecoach South West for as low as $5 (€4). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Exeter to Plymouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exeter 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 Exeter to Plymouth
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café in the station (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 4, 9, 56
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