4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Preston to Plymouth
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
10 h 35 m
Average duration
12 h 27 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
390 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Preston to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Plymouth will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
It's difficult to get from Preston to Plymouth without transferring at least once.
NX181 · NX1013:20 AM10h45Preston, Bus Station2:05 PMPlymouth, Coach Station$711One-way1 transfer- NX181 · NX1013:20 AM10h35Preston, Bus Station1:55 PMPlymouth, Marsh Mills$711One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus2:15 PM16h00Preston, Bus Station6:15 AMPlymouth, Coach Station$761One-way1 transfer
- NX181 · NX1013:20 AM10h35Preston, Bus Station1:55 PMPlymouth, Marsh Mills$711One-way1 transfer
- NX181 · NX1013:20 AM10h45Preston, Bus Station2:05 PMPlymouth, Coach Station$711One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus2:15 PM16h00Preston, Bus Station6:15 AMPlymouth, Coach Station$761One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Preston to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Preston to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $136.
Distance: 242 miles (390 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$67 Average price Cheapest | $131 Average price | $202 Average price | $114 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 39m Average total duration 9h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Preston to Plymouth:
A bus is $64 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Preston to Plymouth costing on average $131 (€104).
A bus is $135 (€108) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Preston to Plymouth costing on average $202 (€161).
Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 21m.
Bus takes on average 9h 9m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
Preston to Plymouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Plymouth buses for today, Saturday, May 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:15 PM Preston | 16h00 | 6:15 AM Plymouth | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Preston to Plymouth.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Preston to Plymouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Preston to Plymouth run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€29) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:15, the last at 16:55. The fastest bus covers the 242 miles (390 km) distance in 10h 50m.
Distance 242 miles (390 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€29) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 50m |
First bus 3:15 AM |
Last bus 4:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus from Preston to PlymouthYou can travel by bus between Preston to Plymouth with National Express, FlixBus for as low as $37 (€29). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Preston to Plymouth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
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