The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leeds to Plymouth
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
10 h 55 m
Average duration
12 h 8 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
420 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Leeds to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Plymouth will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 3 buses that leave Leeds for Plymouth every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 420 km distance in an average of 12 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 25 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 and coach for Leeds to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 22m. 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 £18, and a train costs an average of £35.
Distance: 420 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £91 Average Price |
10h 22m Average total duration 9h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration Fastest 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leeds to Plymouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Plymouth coaches for today, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:00 Leeds | 10h55 | 03:55 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:10 Leeds | 11h05 | 06:15 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Leeds to Plymouth coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Leeds to Plymouth.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Leeds to Plymouth.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Leeds to Plymouth.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Leeds to Plymouth.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Leeds to Plymouth
Buses from Leeds to Plymouth run on average 12 times per day, taking around 9h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 420 km distance in 9h 0m.
Distance 420 km |
Average bus duration 9h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 9h 0m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from Leeds to PlymouthYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Plymouth with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Leeds to Plymouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds 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.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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