4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Paignton to Plymouth
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
54 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Paignton to Plymouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paignton to Plymouth will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 6 buses that leave Paignton for Plymouth every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 41 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 47 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 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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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Paignton to Plymouth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paignton to Plymouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 41 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price |
1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Paignton to Plymouth bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paignton to Plymouth coaches for today, Monday 9 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:50 Paignton | 1h00 | 17:50 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:15 Paignton | 0h55 | 23:10 Plymouth | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 10 February | |||||
| NX501 | 13:30 Paignton, Bus Station | 1h05 | 14:35 Plymouth, Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX501 | 13:30 Paignton, Bus Station | 0h55 | 14:25 Plymouth, Marsh Mills | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paignton to Plymouth
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Buses from Paignton to Plymouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 41 km distance in 55m.
Distance 41 km |
Average bus duration 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:58 |
Bus providers: National Express, Stagecoach South West from Paignton to PlymouthYou can travel by bus between Paignton to Plymouth with National Express, Stagecoach South West for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Paignton to Plymouth coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paignton 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.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- 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.
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
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