Paignton to Plymouth bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Paignton to Plymouth

Showing times and prices for May 16

Cheapest price

$10

Average price

$10

Fastest journey

47 m

Average duration

54 m

Buses per day

8

Distance

41 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Paignton to Plymouth will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.

Fast buses

Of the 8 buses that leave Paignton for Plymouth on Sat, May 16, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, May 16 the direct buses cover the 41 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 47 m .

On Sat, May 16 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.

  • National ExpressNX102
    7:20 PM1h15
    Paignton, Bus Station
    8:35 PMPlymouth, Coach Station
    $101One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX102
    7:20 PM1h05
    Paignton, Bus Station
    8:25 PMPlymouth, Marsh Mills
    $101One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX501
    1:30 PM0h55
    Paignton, Bus Station
    2:25 PMPlymouth, Marsh Mills
    $101One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX501
    1:30 PM1h05
    Paignton, Bus Station
    2:35 PMPlymouth, Coach Station
    $101One-way
    0 transfers
  • National ExpressNX501
    8:35 PM0h50
    Paignton, Bus Station
    9:25 PMPlymouth, Marsh Mills
    $101One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Paignton to Plymouth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paignton to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $8.

Distance: 25 miles (41 km)

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Bus
Most popular
Train
Driving

$10

Average price

Cheapest

$14

Average price

$11

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 26m

Average total duration

56m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

57m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

-

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National Express

Most popular bus company

Great Western Railway

Most popular train company

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Paignton to Plymouth is a bus with an average price of $10 (€8).

This is compared to other travel options from Paignton to Plymouth:

A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paignton to Plymouth costing on average $14 (€11).

The fastest way to travel from Paignton to Plymouth is by bus with an average journey time of 55m.

Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:

Train takes on average 56m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Paignton and Plymouth including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Paignton to Plymouth among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 2m sooner (55m by bus vs 57m by car) and save roughly $2 (€1) compared to fuel and tolls ($10 (€8) vs $11 (€9)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.

Direct coaches are operated by National Express, Stagecoach South West.

Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.

Paignton to Plymouth Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
Great Western Railway
Departure Time
01:20PM
Arrival Time
03:00PM
Duration
1h40
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:30PM
Arrival Time
02:35PM
Duration
1h05
Departure days
Thu, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:40PM
Arrival Time
02:50PM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
06:50PM
Arrival Time
08:05PM
Duration
1h15
Departure days
Mon, Thu
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:20PM
Arrival Time
08:25PM
Duration
1h05
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:35PM
Arrival Time
08:35PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
07:50PM
Arrival Time
09:05PM
Duration
1h15
Departure days
Mon, Fri
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:05PM
Arrival Time
09:05PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
08:35PM
Arrival Time
09:25PM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:05PM
Arrival Time
10:05PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
Great Western Railway
Departure Time
10:21PM
Arrival Time
12:20AM
Duration
1h59
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
11:58PM
Arrival Time
12:55AM
Duration
0h57
Departure days
Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$9

Live departures

Paignton to Plymouth bus times

The table below shows live departures for Paignton to Plymouth buses for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National ExpressNX50111:58 PM Paignton, Bus Station
0h47
12:45 AM Plymouth, Marsh Mills0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX50111:58 PM Paignton, Bus Station
0h57
12:55 AM Plymouth, Coach Station0 transfersDirect
Saturday, May 16
National ExpressNX5011:30 PM Paignton, Bus Station
0h55
2:25 PM Plymouth, Marsh Mills0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX5011:30 PM Paignton, Bus Station
1h05
2:35 PM Plymouth, Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX1027:20 PM Paignton, Bus Station
1h15
8:35 PM Plymouth, Coach Station0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX1027:20 PM Paignton, Bus Station
1h05
8:25 PM Plymouth, Marsh Mills0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX5018:35 PM Paignton, Bus Station
0h50
9:25 PM Plymouth, Marsh Mills0 transfersDirect
National ExpressNX5018:35 PM Paignton, Bus Station
1h00
9:35 PM Plymouth, Coach Station0 transfersDirect

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National Express as well as Stagecoach South West offer buses services from Paignton to Plymouth.
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Stagecoach South West to find the best option for your trip from Paignton to Plymouth.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Paignton to Plymouth

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Buses from Paignton to Plymouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.

There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:58. The fastest bus covers the 25 miles (41 km) distance in 57m.

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
25 miles (41 km)
Average bus duration
55m
Cheapest ticket price
$7 (€6)
Buses per day
6
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
57m
First bus
12:20 AM
Last bus
11:58 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
7 days
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, Stagecoach South West from Paignton to PlymouthYou can travel by bus between Paignton to Plymouth with National Express, Stagecoach South West for as low as $7 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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
57m
Cheapest Price
$8 (€6)
National Express frequency
5 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.
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Stagecoach South West

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 17m
Cheapest Price
$5 (€4)
Stagecoach South West frequency
22 a day

FAQs: Bus from Paignton to Plymouth

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paignton 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.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Paignton to Plymouth can start from as little as $7 (€6) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Paignton to Plymouth is $10 (€8) ; 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 bus from Paignton to Plymouth is 57m to travel the 25 miles (41 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Paignton to Plymouth leaves at 12:20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Paignton to Plymouth leaves at 11:58 PM.
Yes, there are 5 direct buses a day from Paignton to Plymouth with National Express, Stagecoach South West. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Paignton to Plymouth, you can count on National Express, Stagecoach South West for the best way to get you to Plymouth. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Paignton and Plymouth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Plymouth from Paignton is worth doing with a journey time of 57m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Paignton to Plymouth is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Paignton and Plymouth including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Paignton to Plymouth:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Paignton to Plymouth for bus company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Paignton to Plymouth depends on the bus companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Paignton to Plymouth.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Paignton to Plymouth:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Paignton to Plymouth:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Paignton to Plymouth.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Paignton to Plymouth with the following bus company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Paignton to Plymouth with the following bus company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Paignton to Plymouth with the following bus company: National Express.
Since neither Paignton nor Plymouth are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Paignton to Plymouth among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Plymouth, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing in crowded areas such as the Barbican and city center. Some may encounter overcharging or unofficial taxi services, so it's advised to use licensed taxis. Additionally, travelers should be aware of occasional scams involving street vendors or unsolicited offers for tours. Staying vigilant and using official transportation and booking channels helps ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular bus stations from Paignton to Plymouth

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The major bus station for departures in Paignton is Paignton, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Paignton, Bus Station for your trip from Paignton to Plymouth.
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