Plymouth to Durham bus with National Express

Sat 06 Dec
+ Add return
National Express
FlixBus
Alsa
Megabus
Airport Bus Express Ltd
1,000+ travel companies
National Express
FlixBus
Alsa
Megabus
Airport Bus Express Ltd
1,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Plymouth to Durham

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to Durham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £90.

Distance: 520 km

Compare bus with

Most popular
Coach
Train

£36

Average Price

Cheapest

£153

Average Price

12h 26m

Average total duration

11h 56m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

7h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

7h 9m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

National Express

Most popular bus company

CrossCountry

Most popular train company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Compare prices and tickets Plymouth to Durham by coach or train

Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Sat
06 Dec
Sun
07 Dec
Mon
08 Dec
Tue
09 Dec
Wed
10 Dec
Thu
11 Dec
Fri
12 Dec

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Plymouth to Durham

United KingdomUnited Kingdom
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Icon of bus

Buses from Plymouth to Durham run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.

The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 520 km distance in 13h 5m.

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
520 km
Average bus duration
11h 56m
Cheapest ticket price
£35
Buses per day
2
Fastest bus
13h 5m
First bus
00:40
Last bus
23:55
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 DurhamYou can travel by bus between Plymouth to Durham with National Express for as low as £35. 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
13h 5m
Cheapest Price
£24
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.
Learn more about National Express

FAQs: Plymouth to Durham coach

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

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Plymouth to Durham can start from as little as £34 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Plymouth to Durham is £44; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time between Plymouth and Durham is on average 12 h 5 min   for the 322 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go to Durham from Plymouth by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Plymouth to Durham leaves at 00: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Plymouth to Durham leaves at 23: 55.
There are 2 coaches a day from Plymouth to Durham which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the route from Plymouth to Durham you can take a coach with National Express. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Plymouth and Durham on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from Plymouth to Durham by coach is December.
You have options as you can travel between Plymouth and Durham 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Plymouth to Durham has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Plymouth to Durham.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Plymouth to Durham.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Plymouth to Durham, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

    • Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!

    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Plymouth to Durham.
    No, luggage for the coach from Plymouth to Durham needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Plymouth to Durham.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Plymouth to Durham.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Plymouth to Durham.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Plymouth to Durham.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Durham

    Plymouth
    Durham
    The major coach station for departures 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 from Plymouth to Durham.
    Plymouth, Coach Station
    information

    More options for your journey from Plymouth to Durham

    Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

    Return coaches from Durham to Plymouth
    Plymouth to Durham train
    Compare all journeys between Plymouth and Durham
    Tickets and more information for coaches to Plymouth
    Tickets and more information for coaches to Durham

    Most popular buses to and from Durham and Plymouth

    Plymouth to London coach
    Plymouth to Paris coach
    Plymouth to Manchester coach
    Plymouth to Birmingham coach
    Plymouth to Edinburgh coach
    Plymouth to London Heathrow Airport coach
    Plymouth to Amsterdam coach
    Plymouth to London Stansted Airport coach
    Plymouth to Brussels coach
    Plymouth to Bristol coach
    Plymouth to Glasgow coach
    Plymouth to Leeds coach
    Plymouth to London Luton Airport coach
    Plymouth to Liverpool coach
    Plymouth to London Gatwick Airport coach
    Plymouth to Santander coach
    Plymouth to Newcastle coach
    Plymouth to Cardiff coach
    Plymouth to Sheffield coach
    Plymouth to Leicester coach
    Plymouth to Nottingham coach
    Plymouth to Luton coach
    London to Durham coach
    Paris to Durham coach
    Manchester to Durham coach
    Birmingham to Durham coach
    Edinburgh to Durham coach
    Brussels to Durham coach
    Bristol to Durham coach
    Glasgow to Durham coach
    Leeds to Durham coach
    London Luton Airport to Durham coach
    Liverpool to Durham coach
    Newcastle to Durham coach
    Cardiff to Durham coach
    Sheffield to Durham coach
    Leicester to Durham coach
    Nottingham to Durham coach
    Luton to Durham coach
    Cambridge to Durham coach
    Oxford to Durham coach
    Aberdeen to Durham coach
    Swansea to Durham coach
    Brighton to Durham coach
    HomeCoachesCoach tickets to Durham Plymouth to Durham bus

    The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

    We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

    ios-badge
    android-badge
    Hand With Phone