The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basingstoke to Plymouth
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
11 h 15 m
Average duration
11 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
236 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basingstoke to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke to Plymouth will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
Of the 1 buses that leave Basingstoke for Plymouth every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 236 km distance in an average of 11 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 15 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Basingstoke to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £76.
Distance: 236 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£35 Average Price Cheapest | £76 Average Price |
7h 55m Average total duration 7h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Basingstoke to Plymouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke to Plymouth coaches for tomorrow, Friday 6 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:30 Basingstoke | 11h15 | 19:45 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basingstoke to Plymouth
Buses from Basingstoke to Plymouth run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 236 km distance in 11h 15m.
Distance 236 km |
Average bus duration 7h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 11h 15m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: National Express from Basingstoke to PlymouthYou can travel by bus between Basingstoke to Plymouth with National Express for as low as £35. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Basingstoke to Plymouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke to Plymouth by coach. 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 coach, 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.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
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