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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Plymouth
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
6 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 8 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Plymouth will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
Of the 2 buses that leave Birmingham for Plymouth every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These 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 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 30 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, coach and flight for Birmingham to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 38m. 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 coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £252.
Distance: 281 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£22 Average Price Cheapest | £98 Average Price | £534 Average Price |
6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 49m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Plymouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Plymouth coaches for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:55 Birmingham | 7h30 | 21:25 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:00 Birmingham | 6h45 | 02:45 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:40 Birmingham | 8h35 | 05:15 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Plymouth
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Buses from Birmingham to Plymouth run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 281 km distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 281 km |
Average bus duration 6h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Birmingham to PlymouthYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Plymouth with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Birmingham to Plymouth
Thanks to National Express, those wishing to travel on buses from Birmingham to Plymouth can benefit from a direct service that takes anything from around 5 hours to 5 hours and 45 minutes. The service departs from Birmingham's Digbeth Coach Station in Mill Lane and arrives into Plymouth's central coach station. The earliest bus departs from Birmingham around 7:00 a.m. with the final service leaving around 7:00 p.m. National Express runs around 6 buses a day on this route and services are well spaced out for convenience. Finally, buses from Birmingham to Plymouth run from Monday through to Sunday so passengers can enjoy travelling this route 7 days a week.
FAQs: Birmingham to Plymouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Birmingham, Coach Station, which is located around 2.4 miles (3.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Plymouth, Coach Station, located 0.3 miles (496 m) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Plymouth
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Ticket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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