Plymouth to Alton bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Plymouth to Alton

Showing times and prices for 24 Feb

Cheapest price

£21

Average price

£38

Fastest journey

4 h 41 m

Average duration

7 h 5 m

Buses per day

7

Distance

239 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Plymouth to Alton will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.

Fast coaches

Of the 7 buses that leave Plymouth for Alton every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 239 km distance in an average of 7 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 41 m .

The slowest buses will take 9 h 15 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.

FlixBusFlixBus
15:404h55
Plymouth, Coach Station
20:35Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride
£211One-way
0 changes
FlixBusFlixBus
23:594h41
Plymouth, Coach Station
04:40Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride
£211One-way
0 changes
National ExpressNX504 · NX035
15:307h55
Plymouth, Coach Station
23:25Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z)
£411One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX504 · NX035
06:209h15
Plymouth, Coach Station
15:35Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z)
£431One-way
1 change
National ExpressNX504 · NX035
02:508h40
Plymouth, Coach Station
11:30Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z)
£461One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Plymouth to Alton

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Alton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £88.

Distance: 239 km

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Train

£23

Average Price

Cheapest

£89

Average Price

8h 0m

Average total duration

7h 30m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 22m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 52m

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30m

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Live departures

Plymouth to Alton bus times

The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Alton coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 10:38
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
national_expressNX504 · NX035
Delayed
06:20 02:50Plymouth, Coach Station
8h40
11:30 Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z)		1 change
national_expressNX504 · NX035
On time
06:20 Plymouth, Coach Station
9h15
15:35 Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z)		1 change
national_expressNX501 · NX035
On time
09:20 Plymouth, Coach Station
10h10
19:30 Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z)		1 change
national_expressNX504 · NX035
On time
15:30 Plymouth, Coach Station
7h55
23:25 Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z)		1 change

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Why should you book Plymouth to Alton coaches with Omio?

National Express operates all coaches services from Plymouth to Alton.
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Why book with Omio vs National Express?

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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare National Express with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Plymouth to Alton.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Plymouth to Alton.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Plymouth to Alton

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Buses from Plymouth to Alton run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 239 km distance in 4h 41m.

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
239 km
Average bus duration
7h 30m
Cheapest ticket price
£19
Buses per day
6
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
4h 41m
First bus
00:30
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 Plymouth to AltonYou can travel by bus between Plymouth to Alton with National Express for as low as £19. 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
National Express frequency
5 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.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Plymouth to Alton coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to Alton 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 Alton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Plymouth to Alton can start from as little as £19 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Plymouth to Alton is £23; 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 Plymouth to Alton is 4h 41m to travel the 239 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 Plymouth to Alton leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Plymouth to Alton leaves at 23:15.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Plymouth to Alton with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Plymouth to Alton, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Alton. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Plymouth and Alton and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Alton from Plymouth is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 41m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Plymouth to Alton is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Plymouth and Alton including taking a coach and train.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Plymouth to Alton for coach company National Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Plymouth to Alton:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Plymouth to Alton 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 Plymouth to Alton.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Plymouth to Alton:
  • 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 Plymouth to Alton:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Plymouth to Alton.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Plymouth to Alton with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Plymouth to Alton with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Plymouth to Alton with the following coach company: National Express.

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