London Luton Airport to Plymouth bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from London Luton Airport to Plymouth

Showing times and prices for 06 May

Cheapest price

£51

Average price

£69

Fastest journey

6 h 25 m

Average duration

6 h 33 m

Buses per day

13

Distance

312 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London Luton 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 Luton Airport to Plymouth will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £51.

Fast coaches

To travel from London Luton Airport to Plymouth you need to make at least one change.

  • National ExpressNXA1 · NX504
    6:057h50
    Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
    13:55Plymouth, Marsh Mills
    £511One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNXA1 · NX504
    6:058h00
    Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
    14:05Plymouth, Coach Station
    £511One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX230 · NX501
    17:207h25
    Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
    0:45Plymouth, Marsh Mills
    £631One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX230 · NX501
    17:207h35
    Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
    0:55Plymouth, Coach Station
    £631One-way
    1 change
  • National ExpressNX230 · NX504
    16:056h35
    Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
    22:40Plymouth, Marsh Mills
    £651One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for London Luton Airport to Plymouth

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London Luton Airport to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £68.

Distance: 312 km

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Train

£42

Average Price

Cheapest

£79

Average Price

6h 27m

Average total duration

5h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 8m

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Live departures

London Luton Airport to Plymouth bus times

The table below shows live departures for London Luton Airport to Plymouth coaches for today, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_express20:00 London Luton Airport
8h05
4:05 Plymouth0 changesdirect
Wednesday 6 May
national_expressNXA1 · NX504
On time
6:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
7h50
13:55 Plymouth, Marsh Mills
1 change
national_expressNXA1 · NX504
On time
6:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
8h00
14:05 Plymouth, Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX504
Delayed
10:50 9:40Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
6h35
16:15 Plymouth, Marsh Mills
1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX504
Delayed
10:50 9:40Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
6h45
16:25 Plymouth, Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX240 · NX504
On time
12:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
6h55
19:40 Plymouth, Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX240 · NX50412:45 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
6h45
19:30 Plymouth, Marsh Mills1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX504
On time
16:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
6h35
22:40 Plymouth, Marsh Mills
1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX504
On time
16:05 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
6h40
22:45 Plymouth, Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX501
On time
17:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
7h25
0:45 Plymouth, Marsh Mills
1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX501
On time
17:20 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
7h35
0:55 Plymouth, Coach Station
1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX504
On time
19:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
6h25
1:25 Plymouth, Marsh Mills
1 change
national_expressNX230 · NX504
On time
19:00 Luton, London Luton Airport Bus Station
6h30
1:30 Plymouth, Coach Station
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from London Luton Airport to Plymouth

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Buses from London Luton Airport to Plymouth run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 06:05, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 312 km distance in 8h 0m.

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
312 km
Average bus duration
5h 57m
Cheapest ticket price
£24
Buses per day
13
Fastest bus
8h 0m
First bus
6:05
Last bus
20:30
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Tue
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 London Luton Airport to PlymouthYou can travel by bus between London Luton Airport to Plymouth with National Express for as low as £24. 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
8h 0m
Cheapest Price
£24
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: London Luton Airport to Plymouth coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Luton 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from London Luton Airport to Plymouth can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for London Luton Airport to Plymouth is £42; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from London Luton Airport to Plymouth is 8h 0m to travel the 312 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from London Luton Airport to Plymouth leaves at 6:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from London Luton Airport to Plymouth leaves at 20:30.
There are 13 coaches a day from London Luton Airport to Plymouth which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from London Luton Airport to Plymouth, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Plymouth. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between London Luton Airport and Plymouth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Plymouth from London Luton Airport is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from London Luton Airport to Plymouth is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between London Luton Airport and Plymouth including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from London Luton Airport to Plymouth:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from London Luton Airport to Plymouth for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from London Luton Airport to Plymouth depends on the coach companies:
  • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from London Luton Airport to Plymouth.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from London Luton Airport to Plymouth:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from London Luton Airport to Plymouth:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from London Luton Airport to Plymouth.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from London Luton Airport to Plymouth with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from London Luton Airport to Plymouth with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from London Luton Airport to Plymouth with the following coach company: National Express.

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