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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Margate to Plymouth
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 11 Sept
Cheapest price on 11 Sept
£50
Average ticket price on 11 Sept
£54
Fastest journey on 11 Sept
8 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 11 Sept
10 h 14 m
Buses on 11 Sept
9
Distance
404 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Margate to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Margate to Plymouth will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £50.
Fast coaches
To travel from Margate to Plymouth you need to make at least one change.
NX022 · NX5046:1510h40Margate, Marine Terrace16:55Plymouth, Coach Station£501One-way1 change- NX022 · NX5046:0610h49Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court16:55Plymouth, Coach Station£501One-way1 change
- NX022 · NX5046:0410h51Cliftonville, Northdown Road16:55Plymouth, Coach Station£501One-way1 change
- NX022 · NX40619:158h50Margate, Marine Terrace4:05Plymouth, Coach Station£531One-way1 change
- NX022 · NX50415:2510h05Margate, Marine Terrace1:30Plymouth, Coach Station£561One-way1 change
- NX022 · NX40619:158h50Margate, Marine Terrace4:05Plymouth, Coach Station£531One-way1 change
- NX022 · NX50415:2510h05Margate, Marine Terrace1:30Plymouth, Coach Station£561One-way1 change
- NX022 · NX5046:1510h40Margate, Marine Terrace16:55Plymouth, Coach Station£501One-way1 change
- NX022 · NX50412:0010h45Margate, Marine Terrace22:45Plymouth, Coach Station£561One-way1 change
- NX022 · NX5046:0610h49Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court16:55Plymouth, Coach Station£501One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Margate to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Margate to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £20, while a train costs an average of £71.
Distance: 404 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£28 Average Price | £71 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £78 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 31m Average total duration 9h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Margate to Plymouth is a flight with an average price of £20.
This is compared to other travel options from Margate to Plymouth:
A flight is £8 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Margate to Plymouth costing on average £28.
A flight is £51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Margate to Plymouth costing on average £71.
The fastest way to travel from Margate to Plymouth is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 10m.
Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 24m.
Coach takes on average 9h 1m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Margate and Plymouth including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £28 compared to roughly £78 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £50. The journey takes 9h 1m versus 5h 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Why should you book Margate to Plymouth coaches with Omio?
National Express operates all coaches services from Margate to Plymouth.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Margate to Plymouth.
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- 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 Margate to Plymouth.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Margate to Plymouth.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Margate to Plymouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Margate to Plymouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £20 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 404 km distance in 12h 55m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £20
Distance 404 km |
Average bus duration 9h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 12h 55m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 42 days |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £20
Bus providers: National Express from Margate to PlymouthYou can travel by bus between Margate to Plymouth with National Express for as low as £20. 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 National Express Duration
12h 55m
Cheapest National Express Price
£28
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.
What's included in each class
Compare National Express classes and the amenities included in each one.
Complete guide to Plymouth
Things to do in Plymouth
Discover the best of Plymouth — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Plymouth trip today.
- Must visit
The Box
Plymouth’s main museum and gallery, covering local history, art, natural history and archives in a modern city-centre building.
- Recommended
Plymouth Gin Distillery
Independent museum exploring Plymouth’s role in gin distilling, set in a historic Barbican building with tours and original features.
- Recommended
Mayflower Museum
Small local museum on the Barbican focused on migration, seafaring and Plymouth’s links with transatlantic departures.
- Must visit
The Barbican
Historic waterfront quarter with cobbled lanes, independent shops, harbour views and many of Plymouth’s best-known heritage sights.
- Must visit
Plymouth Hoe
Large open seafront promenade and parkland with lawns, monuments and views over Plymouth Sound; ideal for walks and sunset stops.
- Recommended
West Hoe Park
Peaceful landscaped park beside the Hoe with formal planting, a lido nearby and excellent sea views across Plymouth Sound.
- Vegetarian
Devon Cream Tea
A Devon cream tea pairs scones with clotted cream and jam. In Devon, the cream goes on first, making it a proud local ritual across Plymouth and the county.
- Gluten-free
South Devon Crab
Fresh crab landed on the South Devon coast, often served simply dressed or in sandwiches. It is prized in Plymouth for its sweet flavour and strong fishing heritage.
Stargazy Pie
This traditional pie of pilchards, eggs and potatoes is linked to nearby Cornwall and often found in Plymouth. It reflects the area's historic reliance on coastal fishing.
Quay 33
Long-established seafood restaurant on the Barbican, popular for fresh fish, shellfish and harbour atmosphere close to the historic waterfront.
The Mission
Relaxed bistro in the Barbican area serving British and European dishes with seafood options. Well suited to an easy meal near the waterfront.
The Harbourside Fish & Chips
Historic Barbican pub known for seafood, pies and harbour views. A lively traditional setting for classic Plymouth fare and local ales.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK: dining and buses are reasonable, while hotels rise in summer and at weekends. Costs are usually lower than London but similar to other regional waterfront cities.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included in restaurants; otherwise tip around 10% for good service. Taxi tips are usually by rounding up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
Plymouth Citybus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3.00
- Day pass
- £7.50
To the city centre
Plymouth Coach Station -> Plymouth City Centre
- Distance
- 0.6 km
- Travel time
- 8 min
- Contactless payment is available on Plymouth Citybus buses, and Tap & Cap limits pay-as-you-go spend to the dayrider or week ticket cap.
- The coach station is in the city centre on Armada Way, so many central destinations are reachable on foot without buying a ticket.
FAQs: Margate to Plymouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Margate 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Margate to Plymouth can start from as little as £28 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Margate to Plymouth is £28; 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 Margate to Plymouth is 12h 55m to travel the 404 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 Margate to Plymouth leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Margate to Plymouth leaves at 23:15.
There are 7 coaches a day from Margate 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 Margate 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 Margate and Plymouth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Margate , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Westgate-on-Sea, Canterbury Road, Cliftonville, Northdown Road, Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court, Margate, Marine Terrace . When arriving in Plymouth , you can end your route in coach stations like Plymouth, Coach Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Westgate-on-Sea, Canterbury Road, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Plymouth, Coach Station, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Plymouth from Margate is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 12h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Margate to Plymouth is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Margate and Plymouth including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Margate to Plymouth:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Margate to Plymouth for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Margate 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 Margate to Plymouth.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Margate 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 Margate to Plymouth:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Margate to Plymouth.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Margate to Plymouth with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Margate to Plymouth with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Margate to Plymouth with the following coach company: National Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Margate and Plymouth
Most Margate to Plymouth buses use the Westgate-on-Sea, Canterbury Road to Plymouth, Coach Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Margate and Plymouth bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Margate
Arrival bus stations in Plymouth
Which Margate station do buses to Plymouth leave from?
Buses from Margate to Plymouth leave from Westgate-on-Sea, Canterbury Road. The station is from Margate city centre at Westgate-on-Sea, Westgate-on-Sea CT8 8QY, UK.
Cliftonville, Northdown RoadNorthdown Rd, Cliftonville, Margate CT9, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Cliftonville, Northdown Road from Margate city centre
Cliftonville, Northdown Road is 1 km from Margate city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus8A, 960 · 14m · £3 · every ~5 min
Cliftonville, Northdown Road bus station facilities and services
Cliftonville, Northdown Road has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cliftonville, Northdown Road. ATMs are available at Cliftonville, Northdown Road.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cliftonville, Northdown Road.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cliftonville, Northdown Road: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cliftonville, Northdown Road: Accessible for persons with mobility impairments.
Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court
City-centre transport
Getting to Margate, Cliftonville Darwin Court from Margate city centre
Bus69 · 9m · £3 · every ~2 min
Margate, Marine TerraceMargate, Station Approach, Margate CT9 5AD, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Margate, Marine Terrace from Margate city centre
Bus35 · 7m
944, 8 · 10m · £3 · every ~4 min
Margate, Marine Terrace bus station facilities and services
Margate, Marine Terrace has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Margate, Marine Terrace. ATMs are available at Margate, Marine Terrace.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Margate, Marine Terrace.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Margate, Marine Terrace: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Margate, Marine Terrace: The station is accessible for wheelchair users.
Which Plymouth station do buses from Margate arrive at?
Buses from Margate to Plymouth arrive at Plymouth, Coach Station. Plymouth, Coach Station is from Plymouth city centre.
Plymouth, Coach StationPlymouth Coach Station, Plymouth PL1 1LR, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Plymouth, Coach Station from Plymouth city centre
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Plymouth, Coach Station bus station facilities and services
Plymouth, Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth, Coach Station. ATMs are available at Plymouth, Coach Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth, Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plymouth, Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth, Coach Station: Station is accessible with ramps and level access.
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