The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 48 m
Buses per day
36
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 36 buses that leave London Heathrow Airport for Plymouth every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 286 km distance in an average of 4 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 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.
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Compare coach, train and flight for London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £150.
Distance: 286 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £88 Average Price | £321 Average Price |
5h 45m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 6h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth coaches for today, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 14:30 London Heathrow Airport | 5h10 | 19:40 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:25 London Heathrow Airport | 7h50 | 06:15 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:45 London Heathrow Airport | 7h30 | 06:15 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 27 February | |||||
FlixBus | 00:50 London, Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 | 5h25 | 06:15 Plymouth, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth by coach, train or flight
Compare coach, train and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth
Buses from London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth run on average 28 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:50, the last at 22:55. The fastest coach covers the 286 km distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 286 km |
Average bus duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 22:55 |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from London Heathrow Airport to PlymouthYou can travel by bus between London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London Heathrow Airport to Plymouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Heathrow Airport 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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