The cheapest and fastest coaches from Plymouth to London
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 45 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Plymouth to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to London will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
Of the 21 buses that leave Plymouth for London every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 309 km distance in an average of 5 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 50 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.
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NX406Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Plymouth to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plymouth to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £19.
Distance: 309 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£25 Average Price Cheapest | £80 Average Price | £231 Average Price |
6h 39m Average total duration 6h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Plymouth to London bus times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to London coaches for today, Saturday 21 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX504 | Delayed 14:30 03:35Plymouth, Coach Station | 5h45 | 09:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX504 | Delayed 14:30 06:35Plymouth, Coach Station | 5h45 | 12:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX102 · NX502 | Delayed 20:35 07:35Plymouth, Coach Station | 7h35 | 15:10 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX504 | Delayed 14:30 09:15Plymouth, Coach Station | 6h20 | 15:35 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX504 | Delayed 14:30 12:10Plymouth, Coach Station | 6h10 | 18:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX104 · NX040 | On time 12:25 Plymouth, Coach Station | 6h40 | 19:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 15:40 Plymouth, Coach Station | 6h25 | 22:05 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:40 Plymouth, Coach Station | 6h00 | 21:40 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX504 | On time 15:45 Plymouth, Coach Station | 5h35 | 21:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX101 · NX040 | On time 15:50 Plymouth, Coach Station | 6h55 | 22:45 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX404 | 23:15 Plymouth, Coach Station | 7h20 | 06:35 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX404 · NX406 | On time 23:15 Plymouth, Coach Station | 7h05 | 06:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 23:59 Plymouth, Coach Station | 6h16 | 06:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:59 Plymouth, Coach Station | 5h56 | 05:55 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
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NX406 | 00:30 Plymouth, Coach Station | 5h50 | 06:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX106 · NX040 | Delayed 01:20 Plymouth, Coach Station | 7h50 | 10:15 10:15London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
NX504 | 03:35 Plymouth, Coach Station | 5h45 | 09:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX504 | 06:35 Plymouth, Coach Station | 5h45 | 12:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX501 | 06:45 Plymouth, Coach Station | 7h05 | 13:50 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX102 · NX502 | 07:35 Plymouth, Coach Station | 7h35 | 15:10 London, Victoria Coach Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 07:55 Plymouth, Coach Station | 5h50 | 13:45 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 07:55 Plymouth, Coach Station | 6h20 | 14:15 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
NX504 | 09:15 Plymouth, Coach Station | 6h20 | 15:35 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 Plymouth, Coach Station | 6h25 | 17:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 Plymouth, Coach Station | 5h55 | 17:00 London, Hammersmith Broadway (Irish Cultural Centre) | 0 changesdirect | |
NX504 | 12:10 Plymouth, Coach Station | 6h10 | 18:20 London, Victoria Coach Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Plymouth to London
Buses from Plymouth to London run on average 16 times per day, taking around 6h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 309 km distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 309 km |
Average bus duration 6h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:56 |
Bus providers: National Express, FlixBus, Megabus from Plymouth to LondonYou can travel by bus between Plymouth to London with National Express, FlixBus, Megabus for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Plymouth to London
Buses from Plymouth to London are provided by National Express Coaches. National Express operates direct services on this route making bus travel one of the easiest ways to get to London from Plymouth. National Express operates eight journeys per day, every day of the week. The earliest coach departs before dawn and the last shortly before midnight. Journey time for buses from Plymouth to London ranges from five to seven hours.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Plymouth to London?
Departure Station: Buses from Plymouth to London depart from Plymouth Coach Station which is located in the heart of the city. Plymouth Coach Station is easy to reach thanks to being a short walk from both Plymouth Railway Station and Bretonside Bus Station. All local buses terminate or pass though Bretonside Bus Station and/or Plymouth Railway Station.
Arrival Station: Buses from Plymouth to London arrive at London Victoria Coach Station which is located in the south-west of London's Zone 1. Victoria Underground Station can be reached in under two minutes by walking from the coach station. Central London can be accessed in less than 15 minutes by tube.
FAQs: Plymouth to London coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and London
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
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