The cheapest and fastest coaches from Coventry to Plymouth
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
8 h 14 m
Average duration
11 h 45 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
291 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Coventry to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry to Plymouth will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 2 buses that leave Coventry 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 291 km distance in an average of 11 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 14 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 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 coach, train and flight for Coventry to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Coventry to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 6m. 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 £23, and a flight costs an average of £460.
Distance: 291 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £122 Average Price | £572 Average Price |
7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 16m Average total duration 5h 16m 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
Coventry to Plymouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Plymouth coaches for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 18:00 Coventry | 8h45 | 02:45 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:40 Coventry | 8h05 | 02:45 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 15 November | |||||
![]() | 06:10 Coventry | 15h15 | 21:25 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Coventry to Plymouth
Buses from Coventry to Plymouth run on average 19 times per day, taking around 6h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 01:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 291 km distance in 8h 5m.
Distance 291 km |
Average bus duration 6h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 19 |
Fastest bus 8h 5m |
First bus 01:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus from Coventry to PlymouthYou can travel by bus between Coventry to Plymouth with National Express, Megabus for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Megabus
FAQs: Coventry to Plymouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and Plymouth
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12X, 13, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 27, 48, 85, 585 Train: Coventry Station
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