The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dover to Plymouth
Cheapest price
£45
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
11 h 35 m
Average duration
11 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
392 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dover to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dover to Plymouth will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £45.
Of the 1 buses that leave Dover 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 392 km distance in an average of 11 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 35 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 Dover to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dover 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 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £73.
Distance: 392 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£42 Average Price Cheapest | £117 Average Price | £147 Average Price |
9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dover to Plymouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dover to Plymouth coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:50 Dover | 11h35 | 00:25 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dover to Plymouth
Buses from Dover to Plymouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 392 km distance in 11h 35m.
Distance 392 km |
Average bus duration 9h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 11h 35m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: National Express from Dover to PlymouthYou can travel by bus between Dover to Plymouth with National Express for as low as £27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Dover to Plymouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dover 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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