Newton Abbot to Plymouth bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Newton Abbot to Plymouth

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£7

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£9

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

1 h 15 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

1 h 26 m

Buses on 18 Sept

6

Distance

41 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Newton Abbot to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Newton Abbot to Plymouth will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.

Fast coaches

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 6 buses from Newton Abbot to Plymouth, including 6 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 41 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 40 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.

  • National ExpressNX501
    13:001h50
    Newton Abbot
    14:50Plymouth, Coach Station
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX501
    20:351h20
    Newton Abbot
    21:55Plymouth, Marsh Mills
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX501
    20:351h30
    Newton Abbot
    22:05Plymouth, Coach Station
    £81One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX501
    13:001h40
    Newton Abbot
    14:40Plymouth, Marsh Mills
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • National ExpressNX501
    23:301h25
    Newton Abbot
    0:55Plymouth, Coach Station
    £101One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Newton Abbot to Plymouth

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newton Abbot to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, while a coach costs an average of £8.

Distance: 41 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train
Driving

£8

Average Price

£6

Average Price

Cheapest

£9

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 3m

Average total duration

1h 33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

38m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

49m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Newton Abbot to Plymouth is a train with an average price of £6.

This is compared to other travel options from Newton Abbot to Plymouth:

A train is £1 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Newton Abbot to Plymouth costing on average £8.

The fastest way to travel from Newton Abbot to Plymouth is by train with an average journey time of 38m.

Other travel options to Plymouth take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 33m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Newton Abbot and Plymouth including taking a train and coach.
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 £8 compared to roughly £9 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £1. The journey takes 1h 33m versus 49m 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.

Direct services are operated by National Express.

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.

Live departures

Newton Abbot to Plymouth bus times

The table below shows live departures for Newton Abbot to Plymouth coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
National ExpressNX50112:50 Newton Abbot
1h45
14:35 Plymouth, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX50112:50 Newton Abbot
1h35
14:25 Plymouth, Marsh Mills0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX50120:35 Newton Abbot
1h20
21:55 Plymouth, Marsh Mills0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX50120:35 Newton Abbot
1h30
22:05 Plymouth, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX50123:30 Newton Abbot
1h25
0:55 Plymouth, Coach Station0 changesdirect
National ExpressNX50123:30 Newton Abbot
1h15
0:45 Plymouth, Marsh Mills0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Newton Abbot to Plymouth coaches with Omio?

National Express as well as Stagecoach South West or Country Bus offer coaches services from Newton Abbot to Plymouth.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Newton Abbot to Plymouth.

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 Stagecoach South West or Country Bus to find the best option for your trip from Newton Abbot 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 Newton Abbot to Plymouth.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Newton Abbot to Plymouth

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Buses from Newton Abbot to Plymouth run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £4 by train.

There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 41 km distance in 1h 25m.

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
Train from £4
Distance
41 km
Average bus duration
1h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
£7
Buses per day
7
Direct buses
5
Fastest bus
1h 25m
First bus
0:25
Last bus
23:56
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
77 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
Train from £4

Bus providers: National Express, Stagecoach South West, Country Bus from Newton Abbot to PlymouthYou can travel by bus between Newton Abbot to Plymouth with National Express, Stagecoach South West, Country Bus for as low as £4. 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
1h 25m
Cheapest National Express Price
£7
National Express frequency
2 a day
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.

Stagecoach South West

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Stagecoach South West Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Stagecoach South West Price
£6
Stagecoach South West frequency
12 a day

Country Bus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Country Bus Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Country Bus Price
£5
Country Bus frequency
10 a day

Bus providers: National Express, Stagecoach South West, Country Bus from Newton Abbot to PlymouthYou can travel by bus between Newton Abbot to Plymouth with National Express, Stagecoach South West, Country Bus for as low as £4. 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
1h 25m
Cheapest National Express Price
£7
National Express frequency
2 a day
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.

Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs

Stagecoach South West

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Stagecoach South West Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Stagecoach South West Price
£6
Stagecoach South West frequency
12 a day

Country Bus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Country Bus Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Country Bus Price
£5
Country Bus frequency
10 a day

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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.

FAQs: Newton Abbot to Plymouth coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newton Abbot 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 Newton Abbot to Plymouth can start from as little as £7 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Newton Abbot to Plymouth is £8; 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 Newton Abbot to Plymouth is 1h 25m to travel the 41 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 Newton Abbot to Plymouth leaves at 0:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Newton Abbot to Plymouth leaves at 23:56.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from Newton Abbot to Plymouth with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Newton Abbot to Plymouth, you can count on National Express, Stagecoach South West, Country Bus for the best way to get you to Plymouth. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Newton Abbot and Plymouth and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Newton Abbot , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Heathfield, Newton Rd / A38 (Drumbridges Roundabout), Newton Abbot . When arriving in Plymouth , you can end your route in coach stations like Plymouth, Coach Station, Plymouth, Marsh Mills.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Newton Abbot, 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 day trip to Plymouth from Newton Abbot is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Newton Abbot to Plymouth is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Newton Abbot and Plymouth including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Newton Abbot to Plymouth:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Newton Abbot to Plymouth for coach company National Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Newton Abbot 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.
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 Newton Abbot to Plymouth.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Newton Abbot 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 Newton Abbot to Plymouth:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Newton Abbot to Plymouth.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Newton Abbot to Plymouth with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Newton Abbot to Plymouth with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Newton Abbot to Plymouth with the following coach company: National Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Newton Abbot and Plymouth

Most Newton Abbot to Plymouth buses use the Heathfield, Newton Rd / A38 (Drumbridges Roundabout) to Plymouth, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Plymouth, Marsh Mills. Use this guide to compare Newton Abbot and Plymouth bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Newton Abbot
Arrival bus stations in Plymouth

Which Newton Abbot station do buses to Plymouth leave from?

Buses from Newton Abbot to Plymouth leave from Heathfield, Newton Rd / A38 (Drumbridges Roundabout). The station is 1 km from Newton Abbot city centre at Heathfield TN21, UK.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Newton Abbot from Newton Abbot city centre

Bus77, 77A · 4m · £2 · every ~7 min

Newton Abbot bus station facilities and services

Newton Abbot 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 Newton Abbot. ATMs are available at Newton Abbot.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Newton Abbot.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Newton Abbot: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Newton Abbot: Accessible for wheelchairs.

Most popular bus connections from Newton Abbot

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