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The Box
Plymouth’s main museum and gallery, covering local history, art, natural history and archives in a modern city-centre building.
Cheapest price on 04 Sept
£18
Average ticket price on 04 Sept
£47
Fastest journey on 04 Sept
5 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 04 Sept
5 h 56 m
Buses on 04 Sept
15
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 £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
On Fri 04 Sept, we found 15 buses from Birmingham to Plymouth, including 8 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 281 km distance in an average of 5 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 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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FlixBusOmio 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 an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a flight costs an average of £459.
Distance: 281 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £44 Average Price | £459 Average Price | £64 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 30m Average total duration 6h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 23m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Plymouth:
A coach is £31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Plymouth costing on average £44.
A coach is £446 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Birmingham to Plymouth costing on average £459.
Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 23m.
Coach takes on average 6h 0m.
Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £64 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £51. The journey takes 6h 0m versus 3h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by National Express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Plymouth coaches for tomorrow, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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NX101 | 7:50 Birmingham, Coach Station | 6h05 | 13:55 Plymouth, Marsh Mills | 0 changesdirect | |
NX101 | 7:50 Birmingham, Coach Station | 6h15 | 14:05 Plymouth, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 6h25 | 14:25 Plymouth, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX104 | 10:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h50 | 16:20 Plymouth, Marsh Mills | 0 changesdirect | |
NX104 | 10:30 Birmingham, Coach Station | 6h00 | 16:30 Plymouth, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX210 · NX504 | 11:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 8h55 | 19:55 Plymouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX210 · NX504 | 11:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 8h45 | 19:45 Plymouth, Marsh Mills | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:40 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 7h55 | 22:35 Plymouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX101 | 15:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 5h50 | 20:50 Plymouth, Marsh Mills | 0 changesdirect | |
NX101 | 15:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 6h00 | 21:00 Plymouth, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX210 · NX501 | 16:05 Birmingham, Coach Station | 8h50 | 0:55 Plymouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX210 · NX501 | 16:05 Birmingham, Coach Station | 8h40 | 0:45 Plymouth, Marsh Mills | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 17:50 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 6h00 | 23:50 Plymouth, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX541 · NX406 | 18:45 Birmingham, Coach Station | 9h20 | 4:05 Plymouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:40 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 8h40 | 6:20 Plymouth, Coach Station | 1 change | |
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Buses from Birmingham to Plymouth run on average 15 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 281 km distance in 5h 40m.
Distance 281 km |
Average bus duration 6h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Discover the best of Plymouth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Plymouth trip today.
Plymouth’s main museum and gallery, covering local history, art, natural history and archives in a modern city-centre building.
Independent museum exploring Plymouth’s role in gin distilling, set in a historic Barbican building with tours and original features.
Small local museum on the Barbican focused on migration, seafaring and Plymouth’s links with transatlantic departures.
Historic waterfront quarter with cobbled lanes, independent shops, harbour views and many of Plymouth’s best-known heritage sights.
Large open seafront promenade and parkland with lawns, monuments and views over Plymouth Sound; ideal for walks and sunset stops.
Peaceful landscaped park beside the Hoe with formal planting, a lido nearby and excellent sea views across Plymouth Sound.
A Devon cream tea pairs scones with clotted cream and jam. In Devon, the cream goes on first, making it a proud local ritual across Plymouth and the county.
Fresh crab landed on the South Devon coast, often served simply dressed or in sandwiches. It is prized in Plymouth for its sweet flavour and strong fishing heritage.
This traditional pie of pilchards, eggs and potatoes is linked to nearby Cornwall and often found in Plymouth. It reflects the area's historic reliance on coastal fishing.
Long-established seafood restaurant on the Barbican, popular for fresh fish, shellfish and harbour atmosphere close to the historic waterfront.
Relaxed bistro in the Barbican area serving British and European dishes with seafood options. Well suited to an easy meal near the waterfront.
Historic Barbican pub known for seafood, pies and harbour views. A lively traditional setting for classic Plymouth fare and local ales.
Moderate for the UK: dining and buses are reasonable, while hotels rise in summer and at weekends. Costs are usually lower than London but similar to other regional waterfront cities.
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxi tips are usually by rounding up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
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Plymouth Coach Station -> Plymouth City Centre
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.
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.

Most Birmingham to Plymouth buses use the Birmingham, Coach Station to Plymouth, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Plymouth, Marsh Mills. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Plymouth bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Birmingham, Coach Station is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Coach Station.
Available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway. ATMs are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway.
Available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway: Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) is 1 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurants available in the airport terminal.
Free WiFi available. ATMs are aTMs available inside the airport terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport).
Available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham, Comet Road (Airport): Facilities accessible for disabled persons.
Plymouth, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth, Coach Station. ATMs are available at Plymouth, Coach Station.
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth, Coach Station.
Available at Plymouth, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth, Coach Station: Station is accessible with ramps and level access.
Plymouth, Marsh Mills is 4 km from Plymouth city centre. Public transport options include:
Plymouth, Marsh Mills has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth, Marsh Mills. ATMs are available at Plymouth, Marsh Mills.
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth, Marsh Mills.
Available at Plymouth, Marsh Mills: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth, Marsh Mills: Buses operate with low floors for accessibility.
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