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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Northampton to Plymouth
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
8 h 5 m
Average duration
9 h 10 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
308 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Northampton to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Plymouth will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £31.
Fast coaches
To travel from Northampton to Plymouth you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus17:0013h15
Northampton, Town Centre06:15Plymouth, Coach Station
£311One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus04:1010h10
Northampton, Town Centre14:20Plymouth, Coach Station
£331One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus20:1010h05
Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park)06:15Plymouth, Coach Station
£391One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus11:2011h05
Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park)22:25Plymouth, Coach Station
£421One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus07:3010h05
Northampton, Town Centre17:35Plymouth, Coach Station
£421One-way
1 change
NX707 · NX10111:308h05
Northampton, Town Centre19:35Plymouth, Coach Station
£581One-way
1 change
NX707 · NX10113:308h55
Northampton, Town Centre22:25Plymouth, Coach Station
£581One-way
1 change
NX707 · NX10618:409h15
Northampton, Town Centre03:55Plymouth, Coach Station
£561One-way
1 change
NX440 · NX50404:359h30
Northampton, Town Centre14:05Plymouth, Coach Station
£551One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus20:1010h05
Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park)06:15Plymouth, Coach Station
£391One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Northampton to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 308 km
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8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Northampton to Plymouth bus times
Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 01:48
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:45 Northampton | 11h30 | 05:15 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Northampton to Plymouth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Northampton to Plymouth run on average 16 times per day, taking around 8h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
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 308 km |
Average bus duration 8h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 9h 5m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:15 |
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 Northampton to PlymouthYou can travel by bus between Northampton to Plymouth with National Express for as low as £15. 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
9h 5m
Cheapest Price
£40
National Express frequency
17 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.
FAQs: Northampton to Plymouth coach
FAQs: Take the bus from Northampton to Plymouth with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Northampton to Plymouth.
Cheap coach tickets from Northampton to Plymouth can start from as little as £33 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Northampton to Plymouth is £43; 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 Northampton to Plymouth is 9 h to travel the 191 mile long journey, with around there are 23 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Northampton to Plymouth leaves at 00: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Northampton to Plymouth leaves at 23: 05.
There are 23 coaches a day from Northampton to Plymouth which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Northampton to Plymouth coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey from Northampton to Plymouth as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Northampton to Plymouth by coach is January.
You have options as you can travel to Plymouth from Northampton 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Northampton to Plymouth has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Northampton to Plymouth.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Northampton to Plymouth.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Northampton to Plymouth.
No, luggage for the coach from Northampton to Plymouth needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Northampton to Plymouth.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Northampton to Plymouth.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Northampton to Plymouth.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Northampton to Plymouth.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Northampton and Plymouth
Northampton
Plymouth
The major coach station for departures in Northampton is Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Northampton, Saxon Avenue / Wake Way (Grange Park) for your trip from Northampton to Plymouth.
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Northampton, Town Centre
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The major coach station for arrivals in Plymouth is Plymouth, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Plymouth, Coach Station for your trip to Plymouth from Northampton.
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