Blackpool to Plymouth bus with National Express

Fri 05 Dec
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Blackpool to Plymouth

Showing times and prices for 06 Dec

Cheapest price

£63

Average price

£64

Fastest journey

11 h 4 m

Average duration

11 h 25 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

390 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Blackpool to Plymouth will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £63.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Blackpool 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 390 km distance in an average of 11 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 4 m .

The slowest buses will take 11 h 45 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.

National Express
15:0011h45
Blackpool
02:45Plymouth
£631One-way
0 changes
National Express
11:5511h04
Blackpool
22:59Plymouth
£641One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Blackpool to Plymouth

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Blackpool to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £89.

Distance: 390 km

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Train
Flight

£52

Average Price

Cheapest

£98

Average Price

£166

Average Price

10h 39m

Average total duration

10h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 57m

Average total duration

6h 27m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 25m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.4 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.2 - 2.3kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Blackpool to Plymouth bus times

The table below shows live departures for Blackpool to Plymouth coaches for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 05:36
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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national_express14:50 Blackpool
11h55
02:45 Plymouth0 changesdirect
national_express21:00 Blackpool
16h05
13:05 Plymouth0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Blackpool to Plymouth

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Buses from Blackpool to Plymouth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 390 km distance in 11h 4m.

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
390 km
Average bus duration
10h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
£27
Buses per day
6
Fastest bus
11h 4m
First bus
00:20
Last bus
22:00
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 from Blackpool to PlymouthYou can travel by bus between Blackpool to Plymouth with National Express for as low as £27. 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
11h 4m
Cheapest Price
£27
National Express frequency
6 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.

FAQs: Blackpool to Plymouth coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Blackpool to Plymouth can start from as little as £45 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Blackpool to Plymouth is £55; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Blackpool to Plymouth coach travel time is 10 h 59 min   for the 242 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Blackpool to Plymouth leaves at 10: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Blackpool to Plymouth leaves at 13: 00.
There are 2 coaches a day from Blackpool to Plymouth which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the route from Blackpool to Plymouth you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Blackpool to Plymouth on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

When departing from Blackpool, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Blackpool, Talbot Road / Dickson Road, Blackpool, Central Coach Station and Blackpool, Abingdon Street / Deansgate. When arriving in Plymouth, you can end your journey in coach stations like Plymouth, Coach Station, Plymouth, Viaduct and Plymouth, Derry's Cross North / Royal Parade.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Blackpool, Talbot Road / Dickson Road, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Plymouth, Coach Station, located 0.3 miles (498 m) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a coach from Blackpool to Plymouth is February.
You have options as you can travel to Plymouth from Blackpool 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

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Important Stations and Airports in Blackpool and Plymouth

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